THE BATTLE OF WATERLOO

BELGIUM 18 JUNE 1815 After fi ghting back the advancing Prussians, it was time for Napoleon to face the might of Wellington’s troops. With 72,000 French men meeting 68,000 allies, the emperor found himself better equipped, but the coalition was better positioned. The sun rose to reveal the fi elds deluged; it was time for Napoleon to put his famous tactical genius to the test. La Haye Sainte falls For hours, waves of ferocious French soldiers attack Wellington’s stronghold of La Haye Sainte. Finally, at about 6pm, they are victorious, though the cost is heavy in both French and British lives. With his new position, Napoleon is able to use artillery to attack the British centre. Wellington struggles Although the Prussians are approaching, they are still a good while away…

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