
Episode 94: History on Horseback
The Age of Napoleon Podcast
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The Emperor's Message to the Prussians
The Battle of Yena was fought between the French and Prussians in 18th century. General Ho and Loa ordered a retreat after his troops failed to encircle Marshal May. The battle turned into a catastrophe when Ernst von Ruckel arrived with 15,000 men. But only one regiment managed to hold off the French for several crucial minutes while their comrades escaped.
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