By some estimates, there were 30 attempts on Napoleon's life during his reign. Special guest Jonathan North and author of the book, "Killing Napoleon" joins the show to discuss the various assassination plots. Which ones were legitimate and which one were farcical?

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Samuel Hood had a long, celebrated career and even mentored a young Horatio Nelson. Special guest Oliver Webb-Carter from the Aspects of History podcast joins the show to discuss this legendary British admiral.

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Kleber was a famous general during the Revolutionary Wars and joined Napoleon's legendary expedition to Egypt. Special guest & West Point instructor Michael Hamel joins the show to discuss Kleber's career and his untimely demise in Egypt.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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The 2 Battles of Copenhagen (1801 & 1807) | Britain vs Denmark in the Napoleonic Era

The Battles of Copenhagen were two of the most controversial and consequential actions of the Napoleonic Wars, fought in 1801 and 1807. In this video, we break down both British attacks on Copenhagen, explaining why Britain struck a neutral power, how the battles unfolded, and what they meant for European naval dominance.

The First Battle of Copenhagen (1801) saw Admiral Horatio Nelson defy orders and defeat the Danish fleet in a brutal naval engagement that helped secure British control of the seas. Six years later, the Second Battle of Copenhagen (1807) shocked Europe when Britain bombarded the city itself, launching a pre-emptive strike to seize the Danish navy before Napoleon could.

📌 In this episode, special guest & author Gareth Glover discusses:

• Why Britain attacked Copenhagen twice during the Napoleonic Wars

• How Nelson fought — and famously ignored — his orders in 1801

• Why the 1807 bombardment remains one of the most controversial acts in British history

• How the battles reshaped naval strategy and European alliances

From ship-to-ship combat to total war tactics against a capital city, the Battles of Copenhagen reveal the brutal logic of global war at sea during the age of Napoleon.

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The Sieges of the Duke of Wellington | Peninsular War & Siege Warfare Explained

The Duke of Wellington is best remembered for his battlefield victories, but his mastery of siege warfare was just as decisive in defeating Napoleon’s empire. In this video, special guest Zack White explores the major sieges conducted by Arthur Wellesley, from the brutal assaults of the Peninsular War to the strategic lessons that shaped military doctrine.

From Ciudad Rodrigo and Badajoz to San Sebastián, Wellington’s sieges reveal the harsh realities of Napoleonic-era warfare—artillery bombardments, storming breaches, heavy casualties, and iron discipline. These operations tested the British Army to its limits and played a crucial role in driving French forces out of Spain and Portugal.

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• Why sieges were essential to Wellington’s strategy

• How British, Portuguese, and allied troops conducted Napoleonic sieges

• The successes and controversies of Wellington’s siege warfare

• What these sieges reveal about leadership, logistics, and 19th-century combat

Perfect for fans of Napoleonic history, military strategy, and the Peninsular War, this deep dive shows that Wellington’s road to Waterloo was paved with cannon fire and breached fortress walls.

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The Wives of Napoleon’s Marshals | Power, Scandal & Survival in the Napoleonic Era

Behind Napoleon’s legendary Marshals stood extraordinary women—wives who navigated ambition, war, politics, and scandal at the height of the Napoleonic Empire. From humble beginnings to imperial salons, these women helped shape the lives and fortunes of France’s greatest generals.

In this video, special guest Rachael Stark will explore the untold stories of the wives of Napoleon’s Marshals, including Josephine’s influence at court, marriages forged through ambition, and the personal sacrifices made during years of near-constant war. Some were devoted partners, others political operators, and a few became notorious figures in Parisian society.

Discover how these women survived the rise and fall of the Empire, managed vast estates, endured long separations, and sometimes even outmaneuvered their famous husbands. This is the human side of the Napoleonic Wars—where love, power, loyalty, and survival collided.

If you’re fascinated by Napoleon, the Marshals of the Empire, or the hidden figures behind history’s greatest armies, this episode pulls back the curtain on the women history often forgets.

📌 Topics Covered:
• Life and status of Marshals’ wives
• Marriage, ambition, and social climbing
• Scandals and court politics under Napoleon
• Love, loyalty, and survival during wartime
• Women behind the Marshals of the Empire

🎥 Perfect for fans of Napoleonic history, military history, and untold stories of powerful women.

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