Napoleon's Retreat from Moscow
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Napoleon's Fateful Retreat
This chapter examines Napoleon's strategic blunders during his campaign in Russia, especially after the occupation of Moscow. It highlights his hesitations, the impact of the political situation in Paris, and the challenging decisions he faced while retreating, compounded by the aggressive tactics of Russian forces. The narrative underscores the catastrophic consequences of these choices on his army, particularly as they faced brutal winter conditions and relentless attacks during their withdrawal.
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