JOURNAL ARTICLE

NAPOLEONʼS MARCH ON MOSCOW: THE TURNING POINTS OF 1812.

  • Published In: History of War, 2025, n. 151. P. 24 1 of 3

  • Database: Historical Abstracts with Full Text 2 of 3

  • Authored By: MIKABERIDZE, ALEXANDER 3 of 3

Abstract

The article focuses on Napoleon's ill-fated invasion of Russia in 1812, which, despite several military victories, ultimately led to the collapse of his empire. It details the buildup to the invasion, highlighting the deteriorating Franco-Russian relations and Napoleon's strategic miscalculations, including the failure to secure a decisive battle and the logistical challenges faced by the Grande Armée. Key moments such as the battles of Smolensk and Borodino are examined, illustrating how tactical victories did not translate into strategic success. The article concludes with the disastrous retreat from Moscow, emphasizing the profound consequences of the campaign on both Napoleon's forces and European geopolitics. [Extracted from the article]

Additional Information

  • Source:History of War. 2025/11, Issue 151, p24
  • Document Type:Article
  • Subject Area:Diplomacy and International Relations
  • Publication Date:2025
  • ISSN:2054-376X
  • Accession Number:188635963
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