The Age of Napoleon Podcast

Episode Fourteen: The People's Army

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Oct 28, 2017
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France's Unpreparedness for War

  • France declared war on Austria in 1792, despite being ill-prepared.
  • The French army lacked experienced officers, a critical weakness.
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France vs Austria

  • France's lack of officers caused army instability.
  • Austria was divided between issues in France and Poland.
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The First Coalition

  • Austria convinced Prussia to join their anti-French alliance.
  • Other countries including Spain, Portugal and several Italian states also joined.
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