Episode 71: The Spoiled Child of Victory

Exploring the aftermath of the settlement between the revolution and the Vatican and the complexities it brought to Napoleon's relationship with republicans in the army. Discussing Napoleon's use of Easter celebrations to showcase his regime's return to normalcy and the divide within the army. Exploring the challenges faced in gaining support among the French armies. Highlighting how Napoleon used the Easter Mass as a political theater to communicate his regime's values and worldview. Discussing the significance of staff officers and the evolution of military organizations. Exploring the issues of coordination and communication within the French military during the Napoleonic era.