Historical Drama: Day 8 (Consulting an Expert)

So last night I had the opportunity to speak briefly to my Napoleonic historian. He is more of an expert in the military exploits of the man and the overall tactics of the day. When I get into depicting any of the battles, his help will be vital. However yesterday I wanted some advice on people.

Louis Davout - Davout was brought to my attention. He repeatedly proved Napoleon wrong and may have been his greatest rival within the military. It is suggested that Davout would have saved countless lives in Russia and perhaps turned the tide at Waterloo. He has been added to Napoleon's inner circle and will be closest to Soult. For all of Napoleon's harsh treatment of him, Marshal Davout seemed absolutely loyal to his general and emperor. It will be interesting also to compare the near-sighted and bald general to the vain Marshal Murat.

We also had a talk about good old Nosey. Arthur Wellesley did not have so many documented friendships as Napoleon. His older brother Richard was a friend and supporter. Richard is responsible for Wellington's rise through military power, but at the same time, Richard is hardly a military man. The next closest thing to a friend I could find was Lord Castlereagh who was a politician and diplomat. The last name I could find was Henry Paget who, before Waterloo, was more of a rival.

I will therefore need to pull from a list of his military commanders and fabricate relationships, both good and bad.