Napoleon's Greatest Marshal: The Second Semi-final

Who was Napoleon's Greatest Marshal? We move one step closer to settling this question as Ney, Davout, Marmont, Murat, Saint Cyr and Suchet battle it out for public acclaim.

Brace yourself for a shock as we delve into these titans of the French Army's greatest moments, their military record, and their wider legacy.

  • Michel Ney, the “Bravest of the Brave,” and his heroic last stand.

  • Louis-Nicolas Davout, the Iron Marshal—Napoleon’s most disciplined and undefeated commander.

  • Joachim Murat, the flamboyant cavalry genius who rose from stable boy to King of Naples.

  • Louis-Gabriel Suchet, the unsung strategist who mastered counterinsurgency in Spain.

  • Saint-Cyr, the intellectual-turned-general with a mind for art as much as arms.

  • Auguste de Marmont, the controversial figure whose betrayal still divides historians.

🎧 Perfect for fans of: military history, European wars, biography podcasts, strategic analysis, and anyone captivated by the epic saga of Napoleon Bonaparte and his generals.

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Who was Napoleon Bonaparte? What was his legacy on history? And why, more than 200 years later, does the conflict which he gave his name to still matter? Join award-winning Napoleonic historians Dr Zack White, Dr Luke Reynolds, Liam Telfer and Josh Redden as they host Europe's leading show devoted to the American War of Independence, French Revolution and Napoleonic Wars. From interviews with leading researchers, to deep dive debates on some of the big questions, this show is ideal for those who want to start building their knowledge deepen their understanding of the period.