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2012
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Military Leaders is a show produced by HISTORY Vault that focuses on the lives of some of the most revered military leaders of all time. The show delves into their upbringing, their education, their military careers, and the impact they had on the world. Each episode is dedicated to one leader and is structured in a way that provides a comprehensive overview of their lives and accomplishments.

One of the strengths of this show is the amount of research that has gone into creating it. The producers have accessed extensive archives and are able to present information and insights into each of the leaders featured that haven't been seen before. They have also enlisted the services of renowned historians who provide commentary on the unique characteristics of each leader and the impact they had on history.

The first season of Military Leaders profiles six military leaders, each of whom is unique in their own right. The first episode is dedicated to Napoleon Bonaparte, the French military commander who rose to power during the French Revolution and went on to conquer many of the neighboring countries in Europe. The episode explores his early life, his military career, the battles he fought, and his eventual downfall.

Another episode is dedicated to Julius Caesar, the ancient Roman general who played a crucial role in the Roman Republic's transition to the Roman Empire. The episode explores the political upheaval of the time, Caesar's military accomplishments, and his assassination. Viewers get to see the political intrigue, power struggles, and the art of war that characterized the time.

Military Leaders also features an episode on Sun Tzu, the Chinese military strategist who wrote The Art of War, one of the most influential works on military strategy. The episode explores his life and the impact his writings had on military strategy. The show breaks down key concepts from the book and applies them to real-life scenarios.

Other episodes are dedicated to George S. Patton, the U.S. Army general who played a pivotal role in World War II; Hannibal, the ancient Carthaginian general who took on the might of Rome; and Erwin Rommel, the German general who proved to be a formidable foe during World War II.

Each episode is structured in such a way that it is accessible to viewers who may not have a background in history, while still offering insights that would interest history buffs. The episodes are well-paced, and the narrators offer crisp and clear explanations of the events depicted. Maps and graphics are used to help viewers understand the geography and battles being described.

Overall, Military Leaders is an engaging and informative show that offers a deep dive into the lives of some of the most fascinating military leaders in history. The show is well-researched, beautifully presented, and uses a variety of techniques to bring history to life. Whether you are a history buff or someone who is simply interested in learning more about the men who shaped our world, Military Leaders is a show that is well worth watching.

Military Leaders is a series that ran for 1 seasons (51 episodes) between April 9, 2012 and on HISTORY Vault

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53. Battle of Britain

December 18, 2004

After invading and occupying other countries one by one, Hitler sets his sights on Britain and orders a massive air invasion.

52. Rivoli

December 5, 2004

Four years after the French Revolution, the fledgling French Republic is vulnerable to attack. Young Napoleon Bonaparte leads his men against the Austrian army.

51. Barbarians II: Lombards

March 7, 2007

The skilled Lombard king Liutprand faces both Roman and Frankish attacks as he vies for supremacy on the crowded Italian peninsula - a sacred land torn between political, religious, and barbarian powers.

50. San Juan Hill

November 27, 2004

When the USS Maine mysteriously blows up in Cuba's Havana Harbor, President McKinley declares war against Spain. Young Lieutenant Colonel Teddy Roosevelt leads his troops in a frontal assault up San Juan Hill.

49. Battle Of Desert Storm

October 29, 2004

General Norman Schwarzkopf is the hot-tempered commander at the center of Operation Desert Storm tasked with driving Hussein out of Kuwait. The desert terrain is tough, the enemy is ruthless, and White House orders are impossible.

48. Battles That Doomed Hitler

December 11, 1999

From the Nazi Blitzkrieg in 1939 to the Pearl Harbor attack in 1941, the Axis tide rolled unchecked -- until a series of battles that spelled doom for Hitler and his allies.

47. Battle Of Little Big Horn

October 22, 2004

Angered by the Gold Rush and railroad construction, the Sioux tribes rebel. General George Custer charges a major Sioux village, but Crazy Horse and Sitting Bull lead their people in a fierce resistance.

46. Adolf Hitler

April 30, 2012

Historian David Eisenbach takes a closer look at history's most notorious anti-Semite, a man so hell-bent on world domination that his Nazi war machine inflicted death and destruction on millions of innocent victims.

45. Six Day War, The

October 1, 2004

Egypt's President Nasser, frustrated with Israel's 1956 victory at the Suez Canal, decides to fight back. But on June 5, 1967, Israeli Minister of Defense Dayan strikes first and a surprise raid decimates Egypt's air force.

44. The Private Voice Of Hitler

December 16, 2006

Everyone knows the public archive footage of Hitler, but most of it is silent. What was he saying? What did he sound like when he was having a conversation rather than shouting his beliefs to his followers?

43. Hastings

November 20, 2004

When King Edward the Confessor dies without an heir, his brother-in-law Harold becomes king. But the illegitimate son of the Duke of Normandy across the English Channel challenges Harold's succession.

42. Battle Of Chalons

October 8, 2004

Nomadic horsemen led by Attila the Hun race across Europe, cross the Rhine, and ravage Gaul. Former enemies band together against "the Scourge of God" under the leadership of the noble Aetius.

40. Tet Offensive, The

September 24, 2004

The Communists launch a massive attack against major cities and military bases. General Westmoreland makes a difficult decision to move U.S. troops from "house to house, street to street," fighting the enemy up close.

39. Battle Of Inchon

September 3, 2004

Supported by Stalin, North Korean dictator Kim Sun launches an invasion into South Korea and quickly occupies the region. Outraged, U.S. president Harry Truman orders General MacArthur to take action.

38. High Hitler

October 10, 2004

Explore the relationship between Hitler and his personal physician, Dr. Theodore Morell. How did amphetamine abuse, Parkinson's Disease, and tertiary syphilis impact the dictator's state of mind?

37. Battle Of Saratoga

August 27, 2004

Anxious to overturn George Washington's victories, Burgoyne comes up with a devious plan: Isolate New York, split the colonies, and divide the Revolution.

36. Battleline: Poland

September 9, 1996

The first days of World War II were marked by speedy advances and stunning victories by the German Armies, including a brutally effective new form of mechanized warfare: the Blitzkreig.

35. Barbarian Massacre

March 26, 2009

Join Terry Schappert as he experiences the rudimentary weaponry, guerrilla fighting tactics, and psychological warfare that made the Barbarians unlikely victors over the Romans at the Battle of Teutoburg Forest.

34. Battle of Stalingrad

August 13, 2004

Nazi armies sweep through the Soviet Union seeking oil reserves, but at Stalingrad, the Germans face brutal weather, starvation conditions, and a fiercely determined resistance.

33. Barbarians II: Franks

March 7, 2007

A legendary leader said to be half man, half monster, Merovius descends upon Gaul, setting the stage for his sons' conquest over both Roman and Visigoth armies with savage destruction.

32. Stalin's Supercity

October 17, 2007

Follow a team of historical detectives as they use evidence from recent excavations, scientific studies, and historical documents to piece together clues about how the Soviet Union looked during Josef Stalin's rule.

31. Joseph Stalin

February 2, 2006

Learn about the vast psychological and physical foundation that supported Joseph Stalin in his rise to become a terrifying personification of evil in the 20th century.

30. Barbarians II: Vandals

March 5, 2007

The Vandals infiltrate the Roman borders in northern Gaul and sweep into Spain, making their name synonymous with lawless destruction, looting, and terror.

29. Barbarians II: Saxons

March 6, 2007

The brutal Saxons take advantage of a tyrant king's foolish invitation and make their way deep into an island ripe for conquest, facing the Christians in battle for power and land.

28. Battle of Iwo Jima

December 18, 2004

During WWII, the tiny island of Iwo Jima acted as an advance Japanese airbase. Seen as a critical stepping-stone to the attack on mainland Japan, it was part of the bloodiest and most heroic chapter in U.S. Marine Corps history.

27. Battle Of Gettysburg

October 15, 2004

Confederate General Robert E. Lee has won battle after battle against the Union Army, prompting a frustrated President Lincoln to appoint General George Meade to lead the Union to fight another day.

26. Barbarians: Huns

August 26, 2004

The Huns' best-known leader, Atilla, is called "the Scourge of God." Under his leadership the Huns bring parts of the Roman Empire to the verge of destruction.

25. Battle Of Waterloo

August 20, 2004

Liberated from exile, Napoleon raises an army and attacks Belgium in 1815. A master of the "divide and conquer" strategy, he plans to attack a vital communication point between the English and Prussian armies.

24. Barbarians: Mongols

July 16, 2004

Examine the invasion of nomadic warriors that overwhelmed the Ottoman Empire.

23. Stalingrad

February 9, 2006

The German Army was modern, well-trained, and well-led. By comparison the Red Army was inexperienced and ill-equipped. So how did the Russians win the bloodbath at Stalingrad?

22. Battle Of The Bulge

July 23, 2004

In a sneak attack, German forces storm Ardennes, where Allied forces are spread thin. It's up to General Eisenhower to keep the Germans from breaking through.

21. Halsey vs. Kurita

September 30, 2001

In October 1944, Vice Admiral William "Bull" Halsey and Vice Admiral Takeo Kurita presided over the largest clash of naval arms in history as U.S. troops moved to recapture the Philippines' Leyte Gulf from Japan.

20. Barbarians' Lair

December 1, 2008

From the swords of barbarian hordes to the guns of the Spanish Empire, Europe's darkest days lasted 1,000 years. Beneath the streets, another world was being carved out.

19. MacArthur vs. Yamashita

November 11, 2001

Between October 1944 and August '45, General MacArthur and his men recaptured the Philippines from the Japanese in the single largest U.S. campaign in the Pacific. But the Japanese had one weapon the Americans did not.

18. Hitler and Stalin: Roots of Evil

April 29, 2003

An examination of the paranoia, cold-bloodedness, and sadism of two of the 20th century's most brutal dictators and mass murderers: Adolf Hitler and Joseph Stalin.

17. Lee at Gettysburg

March 11, 2006

Arguably America's greatest general since George Washington, General Robert E. Lee gambled his army and the future of the Confederacy in one epic battle during three bloodiest days in American history.

16. Alexander: Lord of War

April 19, 2009

Explore how the legendary commander leads his armies into India, where he faces one of the most difficult tactical challenges in military history.

15. Greece: Age of Alexander

October 23, 2006

The Ancient Greeks laid a foundation that has supported nearly 3000 years of European history, from philosophers and Olympian gods to great conquering armies and the beginnings of democracy.

14. Braveheart's Scotland

September 11, 2006

New research allows us to journey back to the 13th-century world of William Wallace. Traveling down secret pathways beneath Scotland, rediscover a surprisingly sophisticated culture that Wallace died to protect.

13. Hannibal: The Annihilator

March 9, 2009

Hannibal's merciless attacks on Roman soil dealt a near-fatal blow to the soon-to-be Empire. Sworn by his father to a blood oath against the Romans, Hannibal of Carthage does the unthinkable.

11. Saddam Vs. Schwarzkopf

January 20, 2002

In 1991, five months after Iraq invaded Kuwait, a U.N.-sanctioned coalition retaliated with an air offensive and Operation Desert Storm, pitting "Stormin' Norman" against the "Butcher of Baghdad."

10. Sherman's March

April 22, 2007

General William Tecumseh Sherman's legacy was built during a five-week campaign of terror known as "total war." Learn how Sherman's March led to Confederate surrender.

9. Rommel Vs. Montgomery

October 22, 2000

Examine the strategies of Field Marshal Erwin Rommel's Afrika Korps and General Bernard Law Montgomery's Eighth Army during their desert campaign in North Africa and Tunisia during World War II.

8. Churchill's Secret Bunkers

August 28, 2006

During WWII, a vast complex of bunkers was constructed under the streets of London. Using cutting-edge technology, explore this lost world -- an entire subterranean city built to keep the British government running.

7. Lee & Grant

May 31, 2011

A personal look at two iconic leaders of the Civil War. Surprising details reveal the bold choices and almost godlike power Ulysses S. Grant and Robert E. Lee summoned on decisive battlefields like Vicksburg and Gettysburg.

6. Lord Cornwallis

December 30, 2006

British General Charles, Lord Cornwallis was considered one of Britain's finest field officers until the American Revolution put his beliefs -- and his most deeply held loyalties -- to the test.

5. Washington Crossing The Delaware

June 29, 2004

On an icy, unforgiving Christmas night in 1776, General George Washington leads his troops across the treacherous Delaware River -- a bold decision that will become a turning point in the American Revolution.

4. Lost Empire of Genghis Khan

January 29, 2007

Genghis Khaan and his Mongol Horde created the largest land empire in recorded history and they did it in less than seventy years. How were they able to achieve military dominance on such a grand scale?

3. Eisenhower Vs. Rundstedt (D-Day)

November 25, 2001

In arguably the most important battle of World War II, Allied Commander Eisenhower faced German Field Marshal Rundstedt on the beaches of Normandy, knowing that victory would be crucial to the outcome of the war.

2. Napoleon: Steel Monster

December 18, 2006

Centuries after the fall of the Roman Empire, France stood on the edge of utter disaster. From the ashes emerged one of the greatest military strategists in history: Napoleon.

1. George Patton

April 9, 2012

Maverick historian David Eisenbach uncovers the secrets of World War II's greatest combat general, George S. Patton, from his dyslexia to his status as an international contraband smuggler.

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Military Leaders is available for streaming on the HISTORY Vault website, both individual episodes and full seasons. You can also watch Military Leaders on demand at Amazon Prime and History Vault.