EP010 EXIT NAPOLEONEP010 EXIT NAPOLEON
Here end the Napoleonic Wars. The revolution is over. France is beaten and it seems Britain is set to take over power in Europe, and perhaps the world. Learn how
Category: NAPOLEONIC EPISODES
EP009 GOD, SAVE ME FROM THE SURGEON’S KNIFEEP009 GOD, SAVE ME FROM THE SURGEON’S KNIFE
After the bloody day of Waterloo, many soldiers found themselves in need of a doctor. Learn how the wounded were recovered, treated and operated on in the aftermath of one
Episode 008 Waterloo Pt 3: The climaxEpisode 008 Waterloo Pt 3: The climax
The climax of the Battle of Waterloo. The fate of Napoleon, France and Europe hangs in the balance. The French seem poised for victory. Can a thin line of brave
Minisode 007 Were the Victorians influenced by the Napoleonic Wars?Minisode 007 Were the Victorians influenced by the Napoleonic Wars?
This minisode deals with the listener question “How does the Napoleonic Era relate to the Victoria Era?” The idea of a “Napoleonic Era” and a “Victoria Era” Key concept of
Episode 007 Waterloo Pt 2: Into the cannon’s mouthEpisode 007 Waterloo Pt 2: Into the cannon’s mouth
This episode covers the early stages of the battle, including the desperate struggle for Hougoumont which has been immortalised in art, film and British Army legend. It goes on to
Episode 006 Waterloo Pt1: Destiny dawnsEpisode 006 Waterloo Pt1: Destiny dawns
The dawn of the day of Waterloo brings only fear, discomfort and suffering. This is the first in the Waterloo episodes series. It covers The feelings of the men and
Episode 005 Quatre Bras – the chance to change historyEpisode 005 Quatre Bras – the chance to change history
Europe was at war. The fate of nations and armies hung in the balance. As people made hard choices, Napoleon began his attack. He planned to beat the Prussians, but
Episode 004 Emperor Napoleon Bonaparte marches to war!Episode 004 Emperor Napoleon Bonaparte marches to war!
In the trouble world of 1815, there can be no peace in Europe. Napoleon must go to war. Join me in discovering how the storm clouds of war that had
Episode 003 The British Armed Forces in 1815Episode 003 The British Armed Forces in 1815
This episode covers the British army in 1815, its tactics, weapons and organisation. It also explains how it differs from the other European period. I start with a general explanation
Episode 002 Napoleon and the French Army in 1815Episode 002 Napoleon and the French Army in 1815
In this episode I indulge my passion for Napoleonic history, and explore my fascination with Napoleon. I cover the great gamble of his return from exile, his struggles, the options
EP001 BRITAIN AND EUROPE IN 1815EP001 BRITAIN AND EUROPE IN 1815
This is the first full episode. It covers the situation in Europe in 1815, and gives a feel for life in Britain on the eve of the great events of