Episode 139 - Part II of the Top 15 Generals of the Napoleonic Age, with a panel of experts

Generals and Napoleon

Part II of our Ultimate ranking of the Top 15 Generals of the Napoleonic Era!

Step into the boots of the greatest military minds of the Napoleonic Wars. In this episode of Generals and Napoleon, we count down the Top 15 generals of the Napoleonic Era—the brilliant, bold, and often controversial commanders who shaped European history between 1796 and 1815.

Join our brilliant panel of guests - Rachael Stark, Graeme Callister, Nick Kramer, Michael Hamel, and Jonas de Neef - who discuss everything from Marshal Davout’s iron discipline to Wellington’s defensive genius. We break down the tactics, triumphs, and legacies of iconic leaders from France, Britain, Russia, Austria, Prussia, and beyond.

🔍 Whether you're a history buff, military strategist, or Napoleon enthusiast, this episode is packed with insights, surprises, and debates on what made these men legendary.

👉 We Include:

• Forgotten geniuses and battlefield legends

• Key campaigns that defined each general

• How Napoleon influenced—and was influenced by—his marshals and enemies

💬 Tell us in the comments: Who would make YOUR Top 15 list?

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*Note: "The opinions expressed herein are those of the individuals and do reflect the official policy or position of the US Army, the United States Military Academy, the Department of Defense, or the US Government.”

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