The Battle of Waterloo

The Battle of Waterloo, fought on June 18, 1815, was a pivotal conflict in European history that marked the end of the Napoleonic Wars. It took place near Waterloo in present-day Belgium, where Napoleon Bonaparte faced a coalition of British, Dutch, Belgian, and Prussian forces led by the Duke of Wellington. The battle ended with Napoleon's defeat, leading to his exile and the restoration of peace in Europe. This significant event reshaped the political landscape, leading to a period of relative stability known as the Congress of Vienna, influencing European relations for decades.