Mémoires du maréchal Marmont, duc de Raguse (7/9)

These memoirs offer an intimate portrait of a seasoned marshal who served France from the revolutionary wars through the Napoleonic era. Written from the author's own manuscript, the narrative walks the listener through the chaotic days of 1814‑1815, when a provisional government tried to steer a shattered nation. With vivid detail, he describes the intrigues of Talleyrand, the hurried debates of ministers, and the uneasy atmosphere as the old regime struggled to return.

The account brings to life the dramatic moments surrounding Napoleon’s brief return, the king’s hasty departure from Paris, and the clash of loyalties among the army and aristocracy. Personal anecdotes about royal courtiers, military councils, and even encounters with foreign envoys reveal the human side of high politics. Listeners will hear the marshal’s candid assessments of decisions, the shifting fortunes of key figures, and the palpable tension that defined this pivotal chapter of French history.