Welcome to our channel’s immersive exploration of the “Battle of Saorgio“ in 1794, a remarkable showcase of Napoleon Bonaparte’s strategic brilliance. This cinematic historical presentation offers a deep dive into this pivotal battle and Napoleon’s early military career.
Discover the key moments and strategic maneuvers that shaped the outcome of this historic clash during The War of the First Coalition. Learn how France, under Napoleon’s leadership, secured victory against formidable odds.
In this historical video, we delve deep into the pages of history to uncover a pivotal moment during The War of the First Coalition (1792-1797): The Battle of Saorgio in 1794. Join us as we explore the strategic genius of a young Napoleon Bonaparte and the dramatic events that unfolded on the battlefield.
📜 Key Points:
- The War of the First Coalition pitted European powers against France, initially the constitutional Kingdom and later the French Republic.
- France declared war on Austria in April 1792, leading to Prussia’s swift involvement.
- Aided by Britain, Spain, and other Italian Kingdoms, French Royalists captured Toulon.
- The Siege of Toulon in 1793 marked Napoleon Bonaparte’s first military appearance.
- Napoleon’s distinguished service at Toulon propelled him to a new role as the artillery commander of the Army of Italy.
- He formulated strategic plans for the upcoming campaign, including the Second Battle of Saorgio.
Join us on a journey through history as we explore the dramatic twists and turns of this pivotal battle. Witness how a 20,000-strong attacking force, under the command of André Masséna, sought to outflank the Piedmontese army at Saorgio. Experience the intense clashes, fierce resistance, and the ultimate triumph of the French forces.
Discover how the Battle of Saorgio set the stage for Napoleon’s future military exploits and the continuation of the French army’s campaign in Italy under his command in March 1796.
If you’re a history enthusiast or just curious about Napoleon Bonaparte’s early military career, this video is a must-watch. Like, share, and subscribe to our channel for more engaging historical content. Join us as we unravel the mysteries of the past and bring history to life!
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Timecodes:
00:00 Intro
01:06 Piedmontese arrive in Saorgio
02:09 Napoleon’s strategic plan
03:42 The French march to Saorgio
05:46 The assault begins
08:30 The second phase of the battle
11:39 Massena’s final assault
15:14 French victory
Mod used: Napoleonic Total War 3
This battle wouldn’t be possible without the help of a few NTW3 players. Big shout out to the following players who were present at the recording of this video:
- CavronCast
- Rambo
- NomiBman, Lanman45 - From Guardia Reale clan