Hardcore History

In this episode, we recount how the fighting at Waterloo brought Napoleon’s era to a close. We explain why this battle stands out as one of history’s most decisive moments.

In this episode, we trace Napoleon’s advance into Russia and where it went wrong. In this episode, we explain how overconfidence led to irreversible losses.

In this episode, we detail how Napoleon split and destroyed the allied forces with precision. In this episode, we explain how the victory altered Europe’s balance of power.

In this episode, we explain how Napoleon’s setbacks abroad strengthened his position at home. We explore how timing and perception changed everything.

In this episode, we examine how Napoleon used war outcomes to legitimize his leadership. We explain how public support followed military dominance.