Episodes

  • Episode 15: The Invasion of Malta

    Episode 15: The Invasion of Malta
    Jul 25 2023
    Napoleon finally hoists anchor from Toulon and heads for his first target, the impregnable island of Malta. There, concessions are made and a holy order, centuries old, is brought to its knees. Napoleon reorganizes Malta and finally sets sale for Alexandria, barely missing the intrepid Lord Horatio Nelson.
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    20 mins
  • Episode 14: Prelude to Egypt

    Episode 14: Prelude to Egypt
    Jul 17 2023
    As we return back to Napoleon, we learn of his efforts to build a force to invade ancient Egypt. We also discuss history of the Ottoman Empire and the friendship they shared with the French. Details of the Scientific Commission are discussed as well as the governing body of Egypt at the time of the invasion.
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    18 mins
  • Episode 13: The Directory

    Episode 13: The Directory
    Jul 2 2023
    We take a step back in time to see how the Directory was formed and discuss its political structure. The chaotic fall of Robespierre is covered as well as the structure of Napoleon's Cisapline Republic. Lastly Napoleon lends his hand to one last coup on 18 Fructidor to save the Directory and consolidate their power.
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    14 mins
  • Episode 12: Checkmate, The Fall of Vienna

    Episode 12: Checkmate, The Fall of Vienna
    Jun 24 2023
    Napoleon's first Italian Campaign finally comes to an end. Vienna signs the Treaty of Campo Formio and the entire campaign is analyzed as a whole.
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    14 mins
  • Episode 11: The Battle of Rivoli

    Episode 11: The Battle of Rivoli
    Jun 12 2023
    All Napoleon has learned thus far is put to the test at the legendary battle of Rivoli. This would either solidify Napoleon as a great Revolutionary general or he would lose Northern Italy forever.
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    20 mins
  • Episode 10: A Game of Chess

    Episode 10: A Game of Chess
    May 24 2023
    As a new lion approaches from the north, Napoleon must shore up his rear and play a bold game of chess with a new Austrian commander. Battles are fought, but Napoleon's defensive strategies and movements compel the Austrians to flee back north.
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    19 mins
  • Episode 9: Caging the Bear

    Episode 9: Caging the Bear
    May 9 2023
    As we come back to Napoleon holding on to northern Italy, his defensive strategies will be put to the test. A distinguished Count makes a march south at the head of fresh Austrian troops and Napoleon is forced to make life or death decisions.
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    16 mins
  • Episode 8: Oh Sweet Josephine Part Three

    Episode 8: Oh Sweet Josephine Part Three
    Apr 26 2023
    We finish our focus on Josephine and find out what awaits her after prison.
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    15 mins