Monthly Archives: May 2026

“Á l’eau c’est l’heure!” (Part Deux): Régiments d’Artillerie de la Marine 1813-1814

Posted on 15th May 2026 by jemima_fawr

“Á l’eau c’est l’heure!” “To the water, it is the time!” (Motto of the French Navy) (… probably…) Many, many moons ago, I wrote a profile of my Sailors (Marins) of Napoleon’s Imperial Guard (pictured below).  Initially formed in preparation … Continue reading →

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The Danube Finale: The Battle of Znaïm (Day 2), 11th July 1809

Posted on 2nd May 2026 by jemima_fawr

In the last thrilling instalment, I covered the events that immediately followed the apocalyptic Battle of Wagram, which led to the first day of the Battle of Znaïm on 10th July 1809.  I then presented a Napoleon’s Battles scenario for … Continue reading →

Posted in Napoleon's Battles (Rules), Napoleon's Battles Scenarios, Napoleonic Wars, Scenarios | 4 Comments