Napoleon in Russia: The Campaign That Destroyed His Empire
на канале: Forgotten Stories
In June 1812, Napoleon Bonaparte led over 600,000 soldiers into Russia—commanding the largest army Europe had ever seen.
Six months later, barely a fraction remained.
This documentary reconstructs the catastrophic invasion that shattered the myth of Napoleon’s invincibility. From Tsar Alexander’s defiance and scorched-earth tactics… to the slaughter at Borodino… the burning of Moscow… and the frozen nightmare of the retreat—
We break down how distance, logistics, winter, and Russian strategy turned history’s most powerful emperor into a man fighting for survival.
Discover how this single campaign reshaped European politics, triggered new coalitions, and set Napoleon on the road toward his final downfall at Waterloo.
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