In 1796, the French made an abortive attempt to invade Ireland and incite rebellion against Britain. Special guest Ciaran McDonnell discusses the French expedition, the reasons for its failure, and its ramifications.

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🛡️ General Friant: Napoleon’s Iron General of the Old Guard 🇫🇷

General Louis Friant was not flashy—but he was one of Napoleon’s most reliable and effective commanders. Known for his discipline, speed, and precision on the battlefield, Friant played a critical role in many of the French Empire’s greatest victories, often commanding veterans of the Imperial Guard with iron resolve. Special guest Charles Mackay joins the show once again and tells us all about the famous "Immortal" who also commanded the Imperial Guard in their final assault at Waterloo.

In this episode, we uncover the career of a general who quietly shaped the success of the Grande Armée:
✅ His rise through the ranks during the Revolutionary Wars
✅ His brilliant forced march to Austerlitz
✅ His leadership at Auerstädt and Borodino
✅ His key role in commanding the Old Guard in Napoleon’s later campaigns
✅ His resilience during the 1814 campaign and Waterloo

General Friant may not be as well-known as Ney or Davout, but his record speaks volumes—and Napoleon trusted him with the best soldiers in the army.

⚔️ Discover the story of one of the Empire’s toughest and most trusted generals.

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Charles Lallemand and Charles Lefebvre-Desnouettes were 2 of Napoleon's most loyal followers. Special guest & author Jonathan North joins us for this big double-episode featuring these 2 prominent generals who served throughout Napoleon's empire.

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