Real Time History

Season 2021, Episode 20

Episode Title: The Last Imperial Army Surrenders at Metz - Battle of Le Bourget 1870

Air Date: 2021-10-28

Overview:

Much of the remaining French hope to stem the tide against the German Armies comes from the more than 200.000 professional troops trapped in Metz since August. French Marshal Bazaine tries to negotiate with the German and even offers to march against the French republic. But to no avail.