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Generals and Napoleon

John W. Viscardo

Generals and Napoleon, presented by John Viscardo, a history podcast exploring the Napoleonic Wars, iconic commanders, battlefield strategy, and leadership lessons. Instagram: @andnapoleon X/Twitter: @andnapoleon YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@generalsandnapoleon Patreon: patreon.com/generalsandnapoleon TikTok: tiktok.com/@andnapoleon

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00:44:49

Episode 96 - Battle of Leipzig, aka The Battle of...

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2024/10/11

Known as the Battle of Nations, this epic Leipzig outcome forever ended Napoleon's empire. Special guest Nick Kramer joins the show to discuss this massive 3-day battle between Napoleon and the Allies.X/Twitter: @andnapoleon *For bonus content, please go to patreon.com/generalsandnapoleon --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/generalsandnapoleon/support

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00:48:53

Episode 95 - Battle of Cape St. Vincent, Nelson's...

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2024/10/03

Which battle really brought Horatio Nelson to worldwide fame? Many historians believe it is the Battle of Cape St. Vincent against the Spanish navy. Evan Wilson joins the program to discuss this famous battle and Nelson's pivotal role in it.X/Twitter: @andnapoleon, @wilsonevan *Please subscribe to the Generals and Napoleon YouTube page --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/generalsandnapoleon/support

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01:01:55

Episode 94 - Napoleon's Invasion of Egypt, with...

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2024/09/23

In 1798, Napoleon decided to invade and conquer Egypt. Special guest and podcaster Jonathan Abel joins the show to discuss the expedition, the preparations, and the outcome. X/Twitter: @andnapoleon, @historianabel *For bonus ad-free content, please go to patreon.com/generalsandnapoleon --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/generalsandnapoleon/support

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00:44:39

Episode 93 - Battle of Borodino, with special guest...

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2024/09/13

Borodino was the bloodiest single day of the Napoleonic Wars. Special guest and author Joe Failla joins the show to discuss this monumental battle between Napoleon's army and Czar Alexander's army.X/Twitter: @andnapoleon **Please follow us on YouTube, Spotify, and Apple Podcasts --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/generalsandnapoleon/support

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00:44:07

Episode 92 - 2 Battles of Copenhagen (1801 & 1807),...

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2024/09/03

The British and the Danes fought it out twice over a 6 year period during the Napoleonic Wars, once in 1801 and again in 1807. Special guest and author Gareth Glover joins the show to discuss the causes and effects of these 2 battles.X/Twitter: @GloverGareth, @andnapoleon *Please follow the Generals and Napoleon YouTube channel --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/generalsandnapoleon/support

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01:07:18

Episode 91 - the Sieges of the Duke of Wellington,...

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2024/08/24

The sieges of the Duke of Wellington can be described as good, bad, and ugly. Special guest and author Dr. Zack White joins the program to discuss this important element of the Napoleonic Wars.X/Twitter: @ZwhiteHistory, @andnapoleon *For ad-free content, please go to patreon.com/generalsandnapoleon --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/generalsandnapoleon/support

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01:13:15

Episode 90 - Top 10 Wives of the Marshals, with...

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2024/08/14

Almost all of the wives of the Marshals were courageous and resilient women who helped the careers of their respective husbands. Special guest Rachael Stark joins the podcast to discuss these exceptional women of the Napoleonic Era.X/Twitter: @bookish_rachael, @andnapoleon --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/generalsandnapoleon/support

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01:12:19

Episode 89 - General Savary, Duke of Rovigo &...

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2024/08/04

In this episode, we take a look at General Savary, a capable army commander and loyal police chief of Napoleon. Special guest Jonas de Neef joins the show to discuss the shady career of one of Napoleon's most loyal subordinates.X/Twitter: @andnapoleon *To support our podcast: patreon.com/generalsandnapoleon --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/generalsandnapoleon/support

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00:46:11

Episode 88 - Battle of Jena & Auerstedt, with special...

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2024/07/25

The famous twin battles of Jena and Auerstedt cemented the Grand Armee's status as the best military in 1806 Europe. Special guest Charles Mackay joins the show to discuss this clash between France and Prussia. X/Twitter: @bubblesVampire, @andnapoleon *Please give us a follow on Bluesky as well --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/generalsandnapoleon/support

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00:43:56

Episode 87 - General Platov, commander of the...

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2024/07/15

According to Napoleon, the Cossacks were "the best light troops that exist." Their famous leader was General Platov. Special guest Josh Provan joins the program to discuss this unique cavalry general.X/Twitter: @landofhistory, @andnapoleon #napoleon #platov #cavalry --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/generalsandnapoleon/support

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Episode 86 - Dr. Guthrie, unsung hero and surgeon of...

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2024/07/07

George James Guthrie was not only a skilled battlefield doctor, he was also an innovator in medical science and kept meticulous records of his efforts during the Peninsula War. Special guest Mick Crumplin discusses the talents and accomplishments of this British surgeon.X/Twitter: @andnapoleon **For more content, please go to patreon.com/generalsandnapoleon --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/generalsandnapoleon/support

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00:34:07

Episode 85 - King Jerome of Westphalia, Napoleon's...

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2024/06/30

Was Jerome a failure as a navy commander, an army commander, and a king? Special guest Graeme Callister joins the program to discuss the youngest son of the Bonaparte family. X/Twitter: @graemecallister, @andnapoleon *Please follow us on YouTube, Spotify, and Facebook --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/generalsandnapoleon/support

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00:55:16

Episode 84 - Louis XVI, the ill-fated King of France,...

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2024/06/20

Most people know about Louis XVI's ultimate demise on the guillotine, but how did he arrive at that infamous moment in history? Special guest Charles Mackay joins the show to discuss the King that was overthrown by the French Revolution.Twitter: @bubblesvampire, @andnapoleon **Please follow the podcast on Patreon, Spotify, Apple, and YouTube --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/generalsandnapoleon/support

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00:46:37

Episode 83 - The death of Marshal, Prince, & King...

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2024/06/10

Murat probably had the most meteoric rise and fall of any of Napoleon's marshals. Special guest and author Jonathan North joins the program to discuss the swaggering, flamboyant Murat and his final days.X/Twitter: @andnapoleon --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/generalsandnapoleon/support

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Episode 82 - Lucien Bonaparte, Napoleon's fiery...

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2024/05/31

Although Lucien had the passion and oratory skills of Napoleon, he lacked much of his older brother's common sense. Special guest Graeme Callister joins the show to tell us about this mercurial Bonaparte brother.X/Twitter: @graemecallister, @andnapoleon **Please subscribe to our YouTube channel --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/generalsandnapoleon/support

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00:48:49

Episode 81 - Napoleon's 1812 Invasion of Russia, with...

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2024/05/24

What were the causes of Napoleon's ill-fated 1812 invasion of Russia? What were the strategies of Napoleon and his opponent, Czar Alexander? What were the major battles? What were the outcomes? Special guest and author Adam Zamoyski joins the show to discuss this epic clash of titans.X/Twitter: @andnapoleon *Please follow us on Spotify, YouTube, and Facebook --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/generalsandnapoleon/support

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00:50:18

Episode 80 - General Schwarzenberg, Allied coalition...

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2024/05/14

General Schwarzenberg was a prince of Austria and the overall Allied commander during the 1813-1814 campaigns that finally defeated Napoleon. Why doesn't he get the credit of Blucher or Wellington for Napoleon's defeat? Find out in this episode as special guest and author David Hollins joins the show. X/Twitter: @hollins_mba, @andnapoleon *Please give us a follow on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and YouTube --- Support this podcast:

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Episode 79 - Joseph Fouche, Napoleon's sinister...

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2024/05/04

Fouche was a slippery character who was always in the midst of plots and revolutions. Nevertheless, Fouche and his police agents were utilized by different French governments, including Napoleon's, to monitor and suppress rebels and revolutionaries. Special guest & author Michael Broers joins the program to discuss this man of constant intrigues. X/Twitter: @andnapoleon --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/generalsandnapoleon/support

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00:42:55

Episode 78 - The library of Napoleon, with special...

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2024/04/24

Did you know Napoleon carried a large library of books on his military campaigns? Special guest Louis Sarkozy joins the show to discuss Napoleon's love of literature, the books he read, Napoleon's efforts as a writer, his legacy in France, the return of his remains to France in 1840. X/Twitter: @napsarkozy, @andnapoleon --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/generalsandnapoleon/support

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Episode 77 - Napoleon III, Emperor of France, with...

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2024/04/14

Napoleon's less-famous nephew actually ruled France for a longer period and arguably accomplished more in his reign. Special guest Melissa Rossi joins the program to discuss this important member of the Bonaparte family. X/Twitter: @melissarossi199, @andnapoleon *Please give us a follow on YouTube and Spotify. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/generalsandnapoleon/support

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