In August 1813, amid the German Campaign of the Napoleonic Wars, Napoleon faced one of his greatest challenges — the combined might of Austria, Prussia, and Russia. The Battle of Dresden would become his last major battlefield triumph, showcasing his tactical genius even as the empire began to crumble.

Special guest Winston Valentine discusses Napoleon’s maneuvers, use of terrain, and daring counterattacks that crushed the Coalition forces under Schwarzenberg. Learn about the heroic stand of Marshal Saint-Cyr, the daring charge of the Imperial Guard, and the tragic defeat of General Vandamme at Kulm just days later.

🔴 Key Topics Covered:

• Background of the 1813 German Campaign

• Napoleon’s defensive strategy at Dresden

• Key commanders

• The turning point of the fight

• Aftermath and its impact on the War of the Sixth Coalition

🎖️ Why it Matters:
The Battle of Dresden was Napoleon’s final victory at the height of his powers — a flash of brilliance before the storm that led to Leipzig and the fall of his empire.

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