Napoleonic Wars - Part 3: The War Escalates and Spreads

By 1806, the Napoleonic Wars expand into a continent-wide struggle.Prussia joins a new coalition against France, only to suffer devastating defeat at Jena and Auerstedt. As Napoleon’s empire grows, the Continental System attempts to isolate Britain economically, but instead fuels resistance and hardship across Europe.From the uneasy alliance forged at Tilsit to the brutal guerrilla warfare of the Peninsular War, the conflict spreads from Central Europe to Iberia. British forces under Arthur Wellesley land in Portugal, insurgencies erupt, and Austria rises once more in open defiance.Though Napoleon’s dominance appears unmatched, the strain of endless war begins to reveal cracks beneath the surface, setting the stage for an even greater confrontation in the East.Learn more at: https://theconflictarchive.com/conflict/napoleonic-warsThe Conflict Archive is a historical documentary series examining the wars and campaigns that shaped civilizations across time.Explore more at:https://theconflictarchive.comIf you enjoy this series, consider supporting our work:https://patreon.com/jonkaiHosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.