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Austerlitz 1805 - Napoleon's Greatest Triumph

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Binding : DVD
EAN : 5022802210536
Label : Pegasus
Manufacturer : Pegasus
Publisher : Pegasus
Release date : 2004-08-16
Title : Austerlitz 1805 - Napoleon's Greatest Triumph
Actor : Brian Blessed
Audience rating : Exempt
Format : PAL
Languages : Array
Number of items : 1
Region code : 0
Running time : 55
Studio : Pegasus

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review by: date: 2007-02-07 rating:

Good presentation of Napoleon at height of his powers
The documentary begins with a clear explanation of the Allies grandiose plan to defeat Napoleon, highlighting the improbability of its success due to issues such as complexity, co-ordination and differing calendars! It moves on to briefly outline the structure of the Grande Armee and benefits of the Corps d'Armee concept; so fundamental to French success. Good to see that old master Prof David Chandler at the height of his powers and demonstrating his unequalled knowledge of the period. The DVD is rich in detail and makes good use of diagramatics: for example when illustrating Napoleon's tactics and movements around the Pratzen Heights. Drawing out many of the key considerations such as foresight, stretched lines of supply, use of deception and ground, and disjointed allied command and control, the analysis provides a clear understanding of events. On the negative side, the ham acting of those portraying French and Austrian narrators of the time leaves a lot to be desired, and the use of clips from other films (such as Waterloo) adds image but little else. Overall: highly recommended.

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