Peninsular War

The Peninsular War (1808-1814) was a conflict during the Napoleonic Wars where Spain, Portugal, and Britain fought against Napoleon's French Empire. It started when France invaded Spain and overthrew its monarchy. The war involved guerrilla tactics by Spanish fighters against French troops, along with significant battles. The British, led by figures like the Duke of Wellington, supported the Iberian nations. The conflict drained French resources, contributed to Napoleon's downfall, and helped shape modern Spain and Portugal. Ultimately, it highlighted the struggle for national sovereignty against foreign domination.