The Battle of Quatre Bras

The Battle of Quatre Bras, fought on June 16, 1815, was a key conflict during the Napoleonic Wars, occurring in present-day Belgium. It was a strategic engagement where Allied forces, led by the Duke of Wellington, fought to stop Napoleon’s advancing armies from reaching Brussels. The battle was intense but relatively small, resulting in a tactical victory for Wellington’s forces, delaying Napoleon’s plans. This delay was crucial, as it set the stage for the larger Battle of Waterloo two days later, which ultimately led to Napoleon’s defeat and the end of his rule.