The Aftermath of Napoleon's Winter Campaign in Poland

This chapter discusses the aftermath of Napoleon's ill-fated winter campaign in Poland and the impact it had on France. It highlights the human and economic costs of maintaining the Grand Armée and the ambitious shipbuilding program to replace losses from the Battle of Trafalgar. Despite the challenges, there is a sense of optimism in France as Napoleon returns to Paris to huge crowds and cries of 'long live the emperor'. However, the chapter also raises questions about the overextension of the French government and the limitations of its bureaucracy. It concludes by highlighting some changes in the French government, including the appointment of a new War Minister.