Waterloo (Battle of)

The Battle of Waterloo, fought on June 18, 1815, was a decisive conflict where Napoleon Bonaparte's French army was defeated by Allied forces led by Duke of Wellington and Prussian troops under Field Marshal Blücher. This battle marked the end of Napoleon’s rule and efforts to reclaim power in Europe, effectively ending his reign as Emperor. It was a significant turning point that halted French expansion and led to a period of relative peace in Europe, shaping the continent’s political landscape for years afterward.