Episode 135: A Bed of Roses

Episode 135: A Bed of Roses

February 28, 2026 · 58 min

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The episode discusses Napoleon's life as a newlywed in 1810 and the looming troubles for his Empire.

The spring and summer of 1810 saw Napoleon enjoying life as a newlywed. Bonaparte was happy, but there were ominous signs of trouble ahead. He himself would later admit the Empire was headed towards "the edge of the abyss." Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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