Josh Provan returns for the newest instalment of our blow by blow exploration of the Peninsular War, as we look at the Autumn of 1809. The Talavera campaign might have been over, but the suffering of the British Army was far from at an end. We open by looking at what one history described as 'the misery of the Guardiana', before turning once again to the Spanish perspective. One thrust on Madrid might have been over, but the Spanish were far from inclined to give up on independence. We explore the Battles of and Ocana, alongside political developments in the UK and Spain to understand why, by Christmas 1809, you might have been forgiven for thinking that the Peninsular War was all but over.

Josh's books: https://www.helion.co.uk/people/joshua-provan.php

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Explore the intricate details of Napoleon's 1799 coup d'état, its strategic planning, execution, and the international reactions that shaped European history. Dr. Graeme Callister provides expert insights into this pivotal moment, in which Napoleon reached for power, and very nearly let it slip from his grasp. This is the story of the Brumaire Coup, the second instalment of our two parter on Napoleon's bid for power.

Graeme's Books: https://www.pen-and-sword.co.uk/Dr-Graeme-Callister/a/4546

Chapters

00:00 Introduction and Guest Background

01:43 The Plan for the Coup of 1799

04:16 Isolation and Support Strategies

09:19 When the Directory Realizes the Threat

12:33 Napoleon's Near-Miss and Panic Moment

17:27 The Chamber Clearance and Final Overthrow

22:50 The Role of Lucien Bonaparte and Military Force

27:54 The Aftermath and Consolidation of Power

36:44 The New Constitution and Legitimacy

42:45 Napoleon's Decision-Making and Political Skill

50:01 International Reactions and European Perspective

55:54 Closing Remarks and Episode Sign-off

keywords

Napoleon, Coup of 1799, French Revolution, European History, Military Strategy, Political Manipulation

Explore the detailed strategic and tactical nuances of the Battle of Marengo, Napoleon's pivotal engagement in Italy, with Dr. Graeme Callister. Understand the battlefield geography, command decisions, and propaganda impact that shaped this crucial victory.

Waterloo: The Attack of I Corps: https://www.pen-and-sword.co.uk/Waterloo-The-Attack-of-I-Corps-Paperback/p/58479

Battle: Understanding Conflict from Hastings to Hellmand: https://www.pen-and-sword.co.uk/Battle-Hardback/p/21663

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Keywords

Napoleon, Battle of Marengo, Italian Campaign, Military Strategy, 1800s Warfare, Austrians, French Army, Historical Battles, Military Tactics, Napoleon's Rise

Chapters

00:00 Setting the Scene for Marengo

09:39 Napoleon's Leadership and Strategy

15:29 Morale and Conditions of the Armies

18:02 Battlefield Geography and Tactical Considerations

23:07 Plans and Expectations of Both Sides

27:51 Tactical Doctrine and Decision Making

30:45 The Battle Begins: Austrian Offensive

36:49 French Forces in Distress

47:14 The Turning Point: Arrival of Reinforcements

55:41 From Defeat to Victory: The Counterattack

01:00:56 The Aftermath: A Propaganda Victory