Louis Alexandre Berthier

Louis Alexandre Berthier was a skilled French military officer and tactician during the late 18th and early 19th centuries. Born in 1753, he rose to prominence as a close and trusted general under Napoleon Bonaparte. Berthier was known for his organizational abilities and logistical expertise, often serving as Napoleon’s chief of staff, coordinating complex campaigns. His strategic planning and management were crucial to several French military victories. Despite not being as famous as Napoleon, Berthier's leadership behind the scenes played a vital role in the success of France’s armies during the Revolutionary and Napoleonic Wars.