It is about big trends and the grand sweep of history, as well as the smaller, individual stories that bring them to life. Each week we'll tackle a new topic, ranging from prehistoric Japan to the modern day. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices, https://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/chtbl.com/track/95538/traffic.megaphone.fm/ARML1322463305.mp3?updated=1677637041, https://images.podcastrepublic.net/podcast/1223795973hd.jpg, https://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/chtbl.com/track/95538/traffic.megaphone.fm/ARML3820899864.mp3?updated=1675225563, https://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/chtbl.com/track/95538/traffic.megaphone.fm/ADL4727661102.mp3?updated=1672533118, https://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/chtbl.com/track/95538/traffic.megaphone.fm/ADL7569891717.mp3?updated=1669853981, https://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/chtbl.com/track/95538/traffic.megaphone.fm/ADL1408056614.mp3?updated=1667264473, https://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/chtbl.com/track/95538/traffic.megaphone.fm/ADL1975729683.mp3?updated=1664586073, https://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/chtbl.com/track/95538/traffic.megaphone.fm/ADL7377924320.mp3?updated=1662507954, 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https://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/chtbl.com/track/95538/traffic.megaphone.fm/ADL7919131566.mp3, Episode 53: Marx and the Coup with Matt Christman, https://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/chtbl.com/track/95538/traffic.megaphone.fm/ADL7488365953.mp3, https://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/chtbl.com/track/95538/traffic.megaphone.fm/ADL4044432416.mp3, https://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/chtbl.com/track/95538/traffic.megaphone.fm/ADL3749368168.mp3, Episode 50: Egypt Epilogue with Derek Davison, https://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/chtbl.com/track/95538/traffic.megaphone.fm/ADL2718636209.mp3?updated=1558493757, https://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/chtbl.com/track/95538/traffic.megaphone.fm/ADL1185539970.mp3, https://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/chtbl.com/track/95538/traffic.megaphone.fm/ADL2945008380.mp3, https://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/chtbl.com/track/95538/traffic.megaphone.fm/ADL9657265646.mp3, 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We meet Pauline Fours, a young French woman who came to be nicknamed "Cleopatra." Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices, For better and for worse, a new government takes over in Paris: the Directory. It's the best podcast app and works on Android, iPhone, and the web. Also discussed: rich Uncle Luciano and artisanal, small-batch artillery Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices, With the outbreak of war, Nelson vows to either make his career or destroy himself in the effort. Follow the show on Twitter and on Facebookto get regular updates and connect with other listeners. Learn more about your ad choices. He shares the fruits of his success and continues his inept search for a wife.Learn more about your ad choices. Latest was Napoleon: The Historical Significance of Military Genius. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices, Napoleon grows up: surviving military school, coping with the death of his father, and becoming an officer in record time. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices, After 8 years of war, Britain and France were finally on the road to peace, but reaching an agreement between such bitter rivals would be a long, arduous process. Learn more about your ad choices. The Grande Arme was at the height of its powers, but the French did not want this fight. You can hear more from Derek at: https://fx.substack.com/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices, While Napoleon fought in Italy, French politics oscillated dangerously between left and right. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices, The Army of Italy faces off against Field Marshal Wurmser, and finds itself in its toughest fight of the campaign so far. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices, Murat's cavalry secure another crushing victory over the Mamelukes, but news from France leads Napoleon to abandon the expedition (and his mistress), leaving General Klber to pick up the pieces. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices, The Army of Italy faces off against Field Marshal Wurmser, and finds itself in its toughest fight of the campaign so far. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices, French society begins to fracture as the Revolution goes off the rails. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices, The Army of Italy pushes north to support a French offensive in Germany, but finds Wurmser already back on the march, leading to a major battle at Bassano and a frantic race down from the Alps. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices, A Guide to the Infantry of the Napoleonic Era, A short episode delving into the organization, equipment, and uniforms of Napoleonic foot-soldiers. On February 15, 2014, fitness guru Richard Simmons disappeared. The Bastille, the Tennis Court Oath, the Women's March on Versailles, the Great Fear, and Lafayette (yes, that Lafayette) thesiecle.com/episode32/ Share Profile Creator Details Location Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices, topics include Louis XIV and his disastrous successors, the people and society of 18th century France, and a dog who became a saint (kind of) Learn more about your ad choices. Learn more about your ad choices. I'm almost caught up to the most recent episodes and Napoleon isn't even Emperor yet.
Napoleon saves the Convention (and his career with it).
Learn more about your ad choices. We also meet Napoleon's next opponent, discuss corruption within the army, and take an in-depth look at the campaign to strip Italy of its cultural and intellectual wealth. Massna fights in Italy. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices, Napoleon wanted to bring social harmony to France, but to do that, he needed to resolve the bitter conflict between the Catholic Church and the revolution. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices, We meet the Army of Italy, which Napoleon finds in a "state of destitution."
Filmmaker Dan Taberski was a Slimmons regular and a friend of Richards. It is about big trends and the grand sweep of history, as well as the smaller, individual stories that bring them to life. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices, We meet some of the leaders of the Army of Italy. Learn more about your ad choices. Learn more about your ad choices. Bonaparte seizes Alexandria in a messy, but one-sided battle and introduces himself to the people of Egypt. Learn more about your ad choices. Learn more about your ad choices.
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Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices, Episode 45: In Debt with Zachary Stoltzfus, A conversation about debt and property in revolutionary and Napoleonic France, and what's it's like to research late 18th and early 19th century French history
Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices, The expedition's bad luck continues. He is reunited with Josephine, and enjoys an opulent court life at Mombello. Napoleon and Josephine are married, and we examine her unhappy early life. Join Ads Marketplace to earn moneythrough sponsorship on your podcast. Also discussed: Napoleon's love life, republican victories in the Vende, and the surprising importance of the Army Topographical Bureau. Also, I am writing Dr. Alexander Mikaberidze's name here in the notes, in case some of you are wondering how to spell it. Learn more about your ad choices. We meet a young, capable Austrian commander: Archduke Charles. Learn more about your ad choices. Learn more about your ad choices. It is about big trends and the grand sweep of history, as well as the smaller, individual stories that bring them to life. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices, Haiti was France's richest colony, but Europe's lust for sugar had created a barbaric and unstable social system in the colonies. Learn more about your ad choices. Learn more about your ad choices. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices, The Army of the Orient sets sail. Napoleon fights another innovative battle at Rivoli, where the French cavalry devastates the enemy. Nonetheless, a plot was already underway in Paris that would soon culminate in Napoleon's seizure of power. But to do so, they would have to best one of the greatest military institutions of all time: the 19th century Royal Navy. This podcast uses ancient texts and archaeology to uncover the lost world of the Nile Valley. The Age of Napoleon is a history podcast about the life and career of Napoleon Bonaparte as well as the general context of Europe between the early eighteenth and early nineteenth century. The seamless way for fans to support you directly from your podcast. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices, Rounding out the discussion of 18th century France from episode 5. The French conquest has divided Lombardy-- radicals are eager to follow the example of the revolution, but many others greet their conquerors with hostility and suspicion. Prussia finally wakes up and leaves the Coalition. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices, SURVEY: https://survey.libsyn.com/ageofnapoleon For the ad-free version of the show, visit:https://www.patreon.com/ageofnapoleonand pledge at least $2/month. Each season of Unobscured digs deep into one of history's darkest and most misunderstood moments, and sheds light on the true story beneath the myth. Let's have a look at the changes. Learn more about your ad choices. Learn more about your ad choices. Napoleon fights another innovative battle at Rivoli, where the French cavalry devastates the enemy. https://ko-fi.com/theageofnapoleonpodcast Join Ray Harris Jr as he explores World War Two in intimate detail. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices, Napoleon takes charge as head of artillery for the Army of the Alps, clashes with his incompetent commanders, and finally wins recognition on the battlefield during the Siege of Toulon. Today is the 199th anniversary of Napoleon's death on May 5, 1821. i don't have anything substantive to say about it, just wanted to acknowledge it. China balloon forever. Bonaparte receives a disturbing revelation about his personal life. The Age of Napoleon is a history podcast about the life and career of Napoleon Bonaparte as well as the general context of Europe between the early eighteenth and early nineteenth century. We meet two memorable characters: Paul Barras and Joachim MuratLearn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices, The Army of the Orient sets sail. . Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices, A conclusion to our discussion of the Napoleonic Code, plus the fate of France's crown jewels, the legal opposition to Bonaparte's regime, and women's rights. Napoleon undertakes an ill-timed mission to Genoa.