Prince Eugene's decisive cavalry charge ⚔️ Second Battle of Mohacs, 1687 ⚔️ Part 2

[@HistoryMarche]

🚩 Keep exploring at brilliant.org/HistoryMarche/. Get started for free, and hurry-the first 200 people get 20% off an annual premium subscription. 🚩The Second Battle of Mohács was part of the 1683-1699 Great Turkish War, which pitted the Ottomans against one of the several “Holy Leagues” thrown together over the decades to try to counter them. The Battle of Mohacs was one of the turning points that swung the war in favour of the Habsburgs.

[@LoLMasterManiac]

another decent video, but man your maps are terrible, the borders and all + you called Maximillian "MaxiMANUAL" lol

[@anasanas-ky5qm]

1:37 Reconquest = إسترداد

[@brokenbridge6316]

I have to say that I'm really liking what you have to say about this guy in your video's. And about this series. Great job.

[@papazataklaattiranimam]

The 1st Battle of Mohacs made Hungary an Ottoman land, and the 2nd one reversed this situation. What a Mohacs…

[@brokenbridge6316]

@@papazataklaattiranimam---Nice one

I don't want to be a party pooper with the subject of the video, but despite the importance of the arrival of Eugene of Savoy with his cavalry as support and his successes pushing back a more numerous cavalry; For me, the most decisive figure in the battle was Louis William the Margrave of Baden-Baden, because his resistance against the Sipahis and his flanking movement at the end of the battle precipitated the definitive defeat of the Ottomans, which is why for me it is the true MVP of the Second Battle of Mohacs.

[@tynoter8156]

True

[@rgarcia7392]

Türkenlouis scored an impressive victory at Slankamen.

[@TheAustrianAnimations87]

Yeah, while Eugene still played an important part of this battle, Louis William the Margrave was the leader of the Imperial forces here. Eugene only got full control of the Imperial army at Zenta after some intial setbacks.

[@peterfeuerbach5231]

ur not a party pooper, i bet Eugene would be happy to hear his cousin louis get the credit he deserves.

[@pigman6420]

Also a modern army beating an old and decaying ottoman army isnt the greatest of achievements eugenes greatest victories where against france

[@Sulla-ps3jv]

Prince Eugene is one of the most underrated generals of history.

[@chasechristophermurraydola9314]

I completely agree with you on that Sulla2064 because the only thing I really know about him is the battles that he commanded alongside Marlborough in.

[@nuttygeezer708]

Entirely agree with this comment. All of ‘Marlborough’s Victories’ were actually because of Eugene, as the bulk of the allied army were supplied by the HRE. The only exception was Ramillies where he wasn’t present.

[@soundwavesuperior28]

I don’t think so. Napoleon himself, who is oftentimes cited by many to be the greatest general of all time, largely credits Eugene as one of the greatest generals of all time. He is oftentimes ranked amongst European leaders such as the Great Conde, Alexander, Bonaparte, Suvorov, Marlborough, Caesar, and Frederick.

[@freyasslain2203]

Totally agree . 1000% .

[@holydissolution85]

He is not underrated..among those who know history.... he was also pretty crazy like Alexander, often pushing himself where the fight was thickest, taking great personal risk....

[@michaelsinger4638]

Prince Eugene is such an underrated commander. The guy does not get nearly the attention he deserves in the west.

[@lokey85]

I agree, having grown up with mostly british history books, one is almost led to belive; that the Duke of Marlbourough won the battle of Blenhem single-handed.

[@guaporeturns9472]

@@lokey85 Right? Being an American I was raised with the same type of patriotic propaganda driven misconceptions about literally every war/military action the US was ever involved with. Many Americans believe every conflict was won by Americans with a little bit of help from our allies.. hell we’re even led to believe we won stuff we obviously lost.. silly , fragile American egos have no room for the truth.😂

[@lokey85]

@@guaporeturns9472 That’s a very interesting point you make there. I remember going to an international school in Germany and an American informing me; that they did in fact not lose the war in Vietnam. I was originally somewhat perplexed by the statement but wondered if he knew why Saigon then was named Ho Chi Minh-city? But yes, the American way of teaching history is very narrow and short sighted unfortunately.

[@guaporeturns9472]

@@lokey85 Especially in the past. Many newer teachers/schools are trying to be a little more realistic in the teachings about history but many still believe these misconceptions. Luckily I am a lifelong history enthusiast so my children get a little broader interpretation of events than some do. My dad made and survived (obviously) all four jumps made by the 82nd Airborne division in WWII so I have a strong connection to American military history but I try not to let that connection affect my objectivity when dealing with history.

[@lokey85]

@@guaporeturns9472 My favourite is any American list of like "Top ten or 100 Generals of all time" and it's like half American. 🤣

[@freyasslain2203]

Prince Eugene of Savoy was one of the greatest Field Marshals . The partnership of Eugene and Marlborough was the second greatest Bromance in history . The first was Augustus and Agrippa.

[@mohammadyeasinkhan6885]

Perfect comparison, brother.

[@qouavang3646]

Chingis and subetai enters chat

[@ElBandito]

@@qouavang3646 Chinggis Khaan and Bo'orchu to be exact. Please go read about him.

[@schoolofgrowthhacking]

Agrippa was good but what did Octavian actually accomplish on the battlefield? He was much more politician than general.

[@divicospower9112]

Augustus was such a coward, such a pathetic man. Don't put him at the level of Eugène.

[@rotciv1492]

In terms of map accuracy, movements and battle graphics, this channel is absolutely unmatched.

[@ruttiger500]

Wow amazing how you set this battle up. I’ve read about this battle and Eugene of Savoy. Finally someone makes a video of this battle! Courageous and brilliant in battle Eugene is up there with all the great generals of the past. Awesome how he leads his men in the thick of battle and follows through

[@HistoryMarche]

Thank you very much! I am working with House of History on this series. Make sure to check out his channel too, his Prussia series is a must see!

[@RexGalilae]

This was probably the last Ottoman war which actually had a capable and competent Ottoman Empire in it Suleiman Pasa looks like a capable and bold commander. He made all the right moves and took daring initiative Too bad he was let down by his army and the empires finances

[@Khalil_Compli_Minti]

He did what he was capable of (conspiracies were lost from the palace of whoever wanted to be the second most powerful man in the empire) and Sultan failed to join a frustrated army. Little soldiers = God's mercy on everyone who took up arms to defend his land and his people.

[@kayagurcu2814]

Real disaster for Ottomans was Zenta, 1696. Sultan Mustafa the 2nd was eager to fight against Habsburgs and reclaim Hungary as his predecessors. His army was much more capable and competent but you know the rest of story... After Zenta, Belgrade was the Ottoman outer outpost against Habsburgs until independent kingdom of Serbia established in 1878.

[@kaisersnider8593]

Prince Eugene a leader that most only know from the companion ship of the Bismarck story. Thank you for giving me who falls into this more understanding and pride in the name.

[@Sulla-ps3jv]

*First Battle of Mohacs* Ottomans: *That’s too easy!!” *Second Battle of Mohacs* Prince Eugene: *That’s too easy!!”

[@HistoryMarche]

Lol, pretty much. This was the first time that the Ottomans were on the back foot against Europe. Speaks volumes of just how powerful the Ottoman Empire was for so long

[@frenzalrhomb6919]

@Le Austrian painter I see what you did with the name ... Very clever!! ; )

[@tb2803]

This is a small battle from one of the battles of the Great Turkish war, not comparable to the Great Battle of Mohaj in 1526 in which 175,000 Crusaders perished, including a king and 7 cardinals..and the Muslims in two battles were less than crusaders

[@thatwasprettydecent7497]

@@tb2803 "175000", take your pills schizo, the ottocucks outnumbered the hungarians by 2 to 1 in the battle of mohacs

[@Asterix958]

​@@tb2803 In Battle of Mohacs 1526, Hungarian army was 25,000 soldier against 50-60,000 Ottomans. On the other hand, Ottomans lost 12 of 15 pitched battles of 1683-1699 War against numerically smaller Austiran Armies which shows that Ottoman Empire lagged behind Austria militarily in this time period. Ottomans were relatevily succesfull against Poland and Russia in this war though but against Austrian, Ottomans armies couldn't put forth any success.

[@MSRomsa]

This series is super interesting. No one really covers this period, but it's such a pivotal part of history. The introduction of muskets into the front lines, but still having a significant amount of pikes and lancers, along with swords and shields still being in the equation. Also the idea that firearms weren't developed enough to be a clear better option than bows.

[@ALEKSANDER_Aleks88]

If u and King and generals collabed it would be the greatest collab in youtube history

[@crazeben]

Kings and generals would destroy this channels credibility.

[@allennelson3679]

Agreed my 2 favorite chanles

[@WorldHistory515]

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[@wael4070]

​@@crazeben not at all, hm is superior

[@alexphoibos3970]

Kings and generals are biased

[@USAR8888]

I absolutely love this Prince Eugene series. I check KZbin a few times each day to see if a new one has been released. Cannot wait to get to the Battle of Zenta.

[@TheAustrianAnimations87]

Same here!

[@mildlyinfuriatedbird2557]

Something I love about these videos is everything looks like they took the time and detailed the maps well. For example the borders have a gradient to them, especially during war, to highlight that it's not a solid border

[@davidp7178]

Nice job, really well done, as usual for HistoryMarche.

[@razorsharpview9090]

That Background music at the end of this videos always makes my heart pump, your collaboration with Epic History of Napoleon's Marshals is incredible.

[@JC-mx9su]

This is an interesting episode about Prince Eugene of Savoy, and I can't wait to learn more about him and his battles.

[@TheNinjaMarmot]

I don't actually see the Brilliance of Eugene. Seems like Louis William deserved more credit for noticing the cavalry on the left flank and defending it in haste until he broke it.

[@SolidAvenger1290]

It's easy to interpret the unclear aspects of Eugene's role at the 2nd of Mohacs. Eugene and Maximillian II of Bavaria had almost a similar level of comradeship & strategy as to the late Duke of Marlborough later in Eugene's career. The Bavarians have to get most of the credit for saving the Habsburgs. Marlborough and Eugene shared a commitment to a pitched battle, and Eugene likely corresponded with Maximillian regarding the Ottoman advance & flanking cavalry. Late 17th & 18th-century warfare was dominated by fortifications, cautious maneuvers, and risk avoidance. European armies were immensely expensive state investments, and most generals were reluctant to expose such valuable assets to the destructive power of pitched battle. They understood that the most effective way to shift the military balance was to draw the enemy’s main forces into combat and destroy them. Both men (alongside Maximillian) were willing to take the risks usually inherent in trying to force a full-scale battle on open ground on a cautious, defensive-minded enemy. Hence, Frederick the Great credits Eugene as his mentor/teacher for successfully leading to the rise of his stardom as Prussia's King while being outnumbered & facing limited resources yet still being ambitious and later inspiration for Napoleon I's early career. Eugence's cool under fire, alongside waiting for the Bavarian-Austrian infantry to catch up, ensured that the Ottomans could not exploit another potential opening on their right flank. At the same time, William's cavalry held the Sipahi units back on the left flank.

[@williamromine5715]

As usual, you give depth to battles that compliment the narration. The two bring better understanding to the tactics and strategies involved. Good job.

[@stefanlinzmaier8702]

I recently watched a german documentary about Prince Eugene and now your video followed up. He apparently build a lot of nice castles besides being a brilliant army commander. Very nice video!

[@nowthenzen]

Thanks!

[@HistoryMarche]

Thank you so much for the support. You are very kind! Happy 2023!

[@1StepForwardToday]

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[@TheAustrianAnimations87]

Once again a great video! Prince Eugene and the Habsburg Monarchy finally get the military reputation they really deserve!

[@danm4756]

Hello History Marche, thanks for the response. Also when you have time could you do The Battle of Panormus 250 BC and The Battle of Esquiline Forum 88 BC. Thanks from Daniel

[@HistoryMarche]

Wow Daniel, thanks so much for the support. Yes, I will plan to do Panormus 250 BC, but there are still no deadlines on it. These videos take time. Thanks again for the amazing support, you are very kind!

[@KHK001]

Excellent work as always!

[@petronilobuan4648]

Prince Eugene of Savoy is the idol of Napoleon Bonaparte he studied many battles and tactics of the Prince! K

[@vincentred1870]

Battle of Vienna was an epic event that changed the course of history. It needs it's own video! :)

[@guaporeturns9472]

Literally every battle has changed the course of history to some degree.

[@Hilltycoon]

@@guaporeturns9472 The defence of Vienna was the event that led in the desctruction of the Ottomans though

[@guaporeturns9472]

@@Hilltycoon True enough.

[@Asterix958]

​@@Hilltycoon It didn't led the destruction of Ottomans, Ottoman Empire collapsed in 1918 235 years later. It manifestated that Ottoman military couldn't compete with modern European armies anymore. The Defence of Vienna enabled to reconquerer of Hungaria by Austrians and Podolia by Poland. But Ottomans borders were very large (ergo population and resources were abundant still) even after Treaty of Karlowitz (1699). The Ottoman Empire withdrew from the stage of history because they could not carry out modernization. Otherwise, 235 years is long enough to recover.

[@Deusvulttt]

@@Asterix958and still lost last 2 to austrians in 1788 tho

[@raffica26]

First, thxs a lot for the series. Very good, entertaining, professionally edited and narrated videos. A few comments: We (in Hungary) simply call the battle as the Battle of Nagyharsány. Not referring to it a the 2nd battle of Mohács. And indeed it was fought at Nagyharsány. ---- BTW you do not need to separately pronounce the "y" after g, n or t in Hungarian. They are double consonants. "Gy" is simply pronounced similar to the beginning of "duel" in English. "Ny" is similar to "new" pronounced without saying a "u" sound.

[@5herwood]

I would like to know more about Eugene's role at Blenheim. It's hard enough to find good material about Blenheim in any case. It's at least as interesting as Shiloh or the Bulge.

[@5herwood]

​@@mitch8072 So your point is what; that I should not have posted my comment? And who do you mean by "we?" Are you the spokesman for the HistoryMarche public?

[@Alex-jc7eo]

Nice to see Eugene getting some love. Saw a great statue of him in Vienna. Gave me reason to research the man.

[@MiaMandalasAU]

I concur with others: Map accuracy, movement and animations in this channel are superb! Great job! In this video, I loved the new illustration of the troops (i.e. the image of the Sipahi when they're first mentioned), and the highlight of the troops, with their names. It adds a lot to understanding the battle. Your attention to detail is outstanding! Thanks for this content.

[@HoH]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@peruamorrortubarrenetxea5300]

It's always funny to see how, as the saying goes, history doesn't repeat itsellf, but rhymes, in Mohács this time. Great video, I'm hoping to see the continuation soon (and the Hannibal one too, hopefully). Cheers!

[@uabdulrehman866]

Bro I learned history from you and I fell in love with history you have best history video's

[@dodododatdatdat]

Great coop with House of History!

[@HistoryMarche]

Definitely check out House of History channel. Don't miss his Prussia series!

[@renatovonschumacher3511]

What we see in such clear representations, the generals had to see from their generals' hill, and they had to give their commands without any modern technology, just by reporting runners and flag signals. And they had to be sure that this type of communication would not only work but also in a timely manner. Always amazing ! !

[@ThreezeNiNja]

I truly enjoy the "Level up!" animation.

[@psikogeek]

Way to level up, Eugene!

[@broadd001]

Another great video. Eugene was made for WAR!

[@LavrencicUrban]

AWESOME EPISODE, LIKE ALWAYS! THE BACKGROUND MUSIC REMINDS ME OF ROME: TOTAL WAR.

[@umerhayat1590]

Your videos and maps mentioned in this are truly awesome Sir

[@wedgeantillies66]

Yes, another very good showing by Eugene as he plays a key role in helping to win the battle for the Hapsbergs and continues his military apprenticeship against the Turks. Learning the skills of command and leadership, that would make him one of the ablest generals in Europe and alongside Marlborough. the dream team military powerhouse that humbled and brought the ambitions of the sun king low in the war of the spanish succession..

[@nirfz]

🤫Habsburg(s)

[@andy_NQ]

"FYI, i never held a sword" lmao ! Really nice espisode HM, thank you for your hard work !

[@RkR2001]

Prince Eugene of Savoy was indeed one of the greatest Generals of Late 17 th century and early 18 Th century Europe. He teamed up along with The Earl of Marlborough, to Rout the French army in March of the Danube . You only have to visit Vienna to see his Musuem and multiple monuments

[@jeffreymorris1752]

I can't imagine a more effective ad than is found in this video. Outstanding, as is your content.

[@Hillbilly001]

This has got to be good with House of History collaborating. Brilliant! Smashed the like button as a sacrifice to the Algorithm. Cheers.

[@piewpiewpowpow9568]

I am watching alot of similar channels but yours is my favorite by far !!! your series on hannibal are breathtaking, cheers !

[@Cachoeira1986]

Best historical documentations!

[@Kaptain13Gonzo]

Great summary. Informative and enjoyable. Very clear.

[@lordnicholasbuzanthefearle2155]

Sari means blond on turkish. He was Blond because many Pashas were Bosniak or Albanian descent including Sari Suleiman Pasha who was born in the Herzegovian Sanjak of the Bosnian Eyalet.

[@andreweden9405]

So he was Christian by birth, had been forcibly taken from his parents as a child, and forcibly converted to Islam?

[@Asterix958]

​@Le Austrian painter I wouldn't say that. Many of pashas were devshirme but ratio of Turk Pashas are close to 50% according to my estimation. For instance, famous Kara Mustafa Pasha was Turk and second important commander of Ottoman army in this battle Kara Mehmet Pasha was also Turk.

[@zrikizrikic9126]

There were no bosniacks or albanians in that time...they were named much later..but whatever

[@lordnicholasbuzanthefearle2155]

@@zrikizrikic9126 Zriki read some Books. Being stupid or being a dumb Serbian or Croatian nationalist is not a fate but a choice.

[@zrikizrikic9126]

@@lordnicholasbuzanthefearle2155 you read some books..Croatian Nation Is construct .same as bosniacks..or you say there was something there before even IF come later..you mix toponim and nationality..but who cares..you have vatican books wienna anals about it

[@PersonalCoach]

Excellent narrative as usual!

[@WyomingTraveler]

Prince Eugene is one of my favorite military figures. I appreciate this video on his early career.

[@alphagators64]

I love history and yet I am completely ignorant of this fascinating period and events! Thank you for these awesome videos!

[@Kw4nt0]

Great content as always.

[@mohammedsaysrashid3587]

History Marche always introducing excellent history coverage videos thanks

[@AsoSnT]

If my history lessons were like that I would have listened ! gratz on making me love history !

[@DCRivs]

History is fun from this perspective Thank you

[@johntipper29]

Another great and informative episode. Thank you.

[@Mr.Paticles]

This guy was Nopoleon's Hero.

[@larinzonbruno9126]

Thank you for this effort, amazing video!!!

[@ardianlimiarto8181]

Nice vid as always

[@maxschreck4095]

Enjoying this new series! Good work.

[@thenextbondvillainklaussch3266]

With the Duke of Marlborough, Prince Eugene was one Half of one of the Greatest Duets in History, just like Waam , Simon and Garfunkle , Peanut butter and Jelly , Frodo and Sam , Roxette , Savage Garden, Beauty and the Beast , Sonny and Cher , 50 cent and 5 cent , Burbon and Cola .....

[@The_ZeroLine]

It’s great to see fellow military commanders actually giving someone else credit and approval.

[@lordkristya]

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[@ellioyjolly734]

Cool video, Siege of Vienna next?

[@brianfree7675]

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[@zoliking]

One of my favorite thing about the videos on this channel is the detail in giving credit. In history class you learn "This country beat that country in that battle at given year", maybe mentioning the rulers. Here, it's "Subcommander XYZ reacted quickly and well, which turned the tides". Much better.

[@dodododatdatdat]

Those times were cool man. The mustaches and wigs are something between revolutionary and a modern Austrian ski teacher living in the past. I think people form this time period really tried to escape the middle ages and look fresh, to no availl hahaha. O history can be cruel!

[@hugohorta2387]

Very interesting series. Keep it up!

[@rowancoggins9638]

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[@breydanthein2886]

What a great video

[@DeRegelaar]

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[@Guinness65ify]

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[@1969robe]

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[@HoH]

Still a cool video 😎

[@josephvanlangeveld2216]

great video as always very informative and entertaining.

[@olibranchoharadedog5886]

Excellent as ever

[@robbabcock_]

Terrific video!

[@giod6266]

Veru cool series! Thanks!

[@wacherwicht1810]

Thus battle reminds me of jena/auerstadt where also a small part of the attacking army defeated the main defending force. My opinion of the bavarian army just improved massively.

[@oTHARKUNo]

I don't fully understand why this video is so themes around Eugene, when his impact on the battle was important, but not decisive. Both Louis of Baden Baden and the leader of the Bavarians were the MVPs in this battle. The "Türkenlouis", for example, also was a brilliant commander (he and Eugene were related from what I remember) and majority of the credit should go to the Bavarian troops here for stemming the battle with little support from the Duke

[@simplepixel5617]

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[@joshuaalay2295]

Amazing video as always ❤

[@NickHornigold]

Thank you. Fascinating.

[@wolfgangzeiler2605]

Nice video. It's good to see also not that well known battles depicted. My biggest gripe with the video is the short scene with the report to Lorraine. The soldiers in the background look more as from the first half of the 30 Years War instead from the 1680s. As pictures are mighty that can lead to a false impression by some viewers.

[@kyrylokuznetsov42]

Amazing, thanks for your work !

[@conradnelson5283]

Well done. Very entertaining.

[@MinhLe-pz6kc]

I don't think the Suleyman made any grave mistake. It was just the incompetence of his new recruit levy troops.

[@mehmetsoykan2251]

Burada en büyük hata Sultan 4.Mehmet'in hatasıdır.2.Viyana savaşından sonra o durumdan orduyu ve devleti kurtaracak durumu toparlayacak tek kişi Merzifonlu Kara Mustafa paşayı idam ettirmeyecekti.

[@HellenicWolf]

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[@FinEco-ct1yy]

Despite the fact that ottomans were capable of expanding there military resources from other regions than Balkans they abandoned the use of Sapakh Specialists like the Egyptian Mamelukes, The Berber Zouwawa as a result of the rising influence of the Janissary commanders who happened to be dominating every corner of the Caliphate's Key positions

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