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Directory's Motives
- The Directory endorsed Napoleon's Italian offensive plan for their own reasons.
- They wanted to distract the enemy, seize resources, and bolster revolutionary ideals, even if Napoleon ultimately failed.
Army's Deplorable State
- Napoleon found the Army of Italy in dire straits, lacking basic supplies and discipline.
- This contrasted sharply with his idealized expectations, highlighting the disconnect between Paris and the front lines.
Demi-Brigades: Structure and Symbolism
- Demi-brigades, the basic units of the French Revolutionary Army, were essentially oversized regiments.
- Their standardized, numbered designations reflected the democratic ethos of the Revolution, contrasting with the named regiments of the old Royal Army.