The Napoleonic Wars: Epic History TV

Name: The Napoleonic Wars: Epic History TV
Released: 2018-06-28T00:00:00.000Z
Cast: Charles Nove

TV Show · Documentary

A look at the French emperor's 10-year war for mastery of Europe, a story marked by military brilliance, changing fortunes, and dramatic heroism.

2018 · 16m

EPISODE 1

Austerlitz 1805: Napoleon's Masterpiece

In 1805, a year after his coronation as Emperor, Napoleon launched one of the most brilliant campaigns in military history, culminating in victory at Austerlitz.
EPISODE 2

Jena 1806: Napoleon Smashes the Prussians

70 miles west of Moscow, the Russian army finally makes its stand near the village of Borodino. The battle that follows is the bloodiest day's fighting of the Napoleonic Wars.
EPISODE 3

Friedland 1807: Napoleon Defeats Russia

Napoleon's invitation to the Russian Emperor to make peace gets no response. 500 miles from friendly territory, with winter approaching, Napoleon orders a retreat.
EPISODE 4

Spain 1808: Napoleon's Great Blunder

Following his disastrous invasion of Russia, Napoleon faces a desperate struggle in Germany to save his European empire.
EPISODE 5

Aspern 1809: Napoleon Defeated

Napoleon withdraws troops from Spain to shore up his position in Germany. But Wellington's army and the guerrillas are strong. The endgame is in sight for the Peninsular War.
EPISODE 6

Wagram 1809: Napoleon's Revenge

Napoleon faces the combined might of the Sixth Coalition near Leipzig, in what will prove the decisive battle of his career. Outnumbered, Napoleon opts for a high-risk strategy.