Napoleonic infantry tactics can be quite confusing if you’re not familiar with them. In our short video guide, we explain why standing shoulder-to-shoulder and blasting at the enemy was not as stupid as it seems, and how different formations were used to maximise firepower, mobility and defence. All achieved through the miracle of drill. Find out more in the full video: https://youtu.be/cl7ElFROgts | Epic History TV

Epic History TV has more than 20 videos covering all of Emperor Napoleon's major campaigns, as well as a detailed ranking of his 26 Marshals. Explore the collection on YouTube: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLUOc2qodFHp-mOphKW9RzQLsFTt-IV9RY In May 1813, as Napoleon launches a desperate bid to save his empire following the disastrous defeat in Russia, the situation in Spain is particularly precarious. French forces have been weakened to make up for the enormous losses in Russia. But Wellingt