In the second installment of Napoleon month, I speak to Dr William Fletcher about Napoleon's command style, his successes and his flaws, covering everything from tactics to corps systems and grand strategy. You can also watch the interview for free on Youtube here: 

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In this extended special, I speak to John Gill, author of 'The Battle of Znaim: Napoleon, The Habsburgs and the end of the War of 1809', about the significance of this forgotten battle, and what actually happened.

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I speak to Peninsular War historian Mark Thompson, and Chairman of the Friends of the Lines of Torres Vedras about the significance of the fortifications in defeating the third French invasion of Portugal, the controversies surrounding their construction, and the efforts that are going on to restore the lines and educate people about their significance.

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Michael Crumplin, historian, surgeon and author of 'Men of Steel' and 'Waterloo: After the Glory', joins me to discuss Napoleonic Era surgery, medicine, and surviving illness. We also talk Master & Commander, and why Wellington was a great medic.

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I speak to Clare Siviter about theatre during the French Revolution and Napoleonic Wars, power plays (in many senses) and the subtle realities of censorship.

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In an extended episode, I explore the origins, realities and complexities of the infamous comment from the Duke of Wellington that his men were 'the scum of the earth'.

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On the 208th anniversary of the Battle of Salamanca, I explore the events surrounding that crucial event and explore the real legacy of a battle which was arguably one of Wellington's best fought actions.

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I explore the rich and beautiful world of caricatures produced in Britain during the Peninsular War, exploring their creation, appeal and what they reveal about popular attitudes towards the conflict.

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