JOURNAL ARTICLE

Napoleon's turncoats: The generals who turned traitor to revolutionary France.

  • Published In: Military History Matters, 2025, n. 148. P. 10 1 of 3

  • Database: History Reference Ultimate 2 of 3

  • Authored By: Jones, Nigel 3 of 3

Abstract

The article focuses on French generals who betrayed revolutionary France and shifted allegiances during the Napoleonic era. Topics include the political and personal motives behind their defections, the dramatic careers and downfalls of figures like Dumouriez, Pichegru, and Moreau, and the lasting impact of Bernadotte's switch of loyalty, which established a dynasty on Sweden's throne.

Additional Information

  • Source:Military History Matters. 2025/10, Issue 148, p10
  • Document Type:Article
  • Subject Area:History
  • Publication Date:2025
  • ISSN:2631-990X
  • Accession Number:187989433

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