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The Age of Napoleon Podcast

Episode 96: Our Favorite Enemy

Nov 1, 2022
Exploring the aftermath of Napoleon's victories over the Prussians, highlighting the French occupation and Prussian defeats, chaos and lawlessness in northern Germany, attitudes and sentiments during the war, triumphs and rivalries, and the effects of Napoleon's invasion on Prussia and the Polish people.
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Quick takeaways

  • The Prussian army collapses after defeat at Jena and Auerstedt, awakening nationalist feelings.
  • French occupation of Prussia is marked by looting, supply shortages, and acts of violence.

Deep dives

The Grand Armée's Victories in Germany

The Grand Armée achieves two complete triumphs over the Prussian forces at the battles of Yena and Auerstedt. Despite suffering severe casualties, the French forces remain surprisingly fresh, while the Prussians face low morale and supply problems.

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