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Waterloo Battle Plan
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Waterloo Battle Plan
PLAN OF THE BATTLE Date: 18 June 1815
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1815 Napoleonic Plan Wars Waterloo
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This print depicts the meticulously detailed Plan of the Battle of Waterloo, dated 18 June 1815. The Battle of Waterloo was a pivotal moment in European history, marking the end of the Napoleonic Wars and the final defeat of Napoleon Bonaparte. The intricate diagram illustrates the positions of the French and Allied forces on the day of the battle, highlighting the strategic locations of key military formations, roads, and landmarks. The French army, under the command of Napoleon, is shown deploying from the south, with the Prussian army, led by Field Marshal Blücher, positioned to the north. The British forces, under the command of the Duke of Wellington, are situated in the center, with the Peerage of the Netherlands' forces to their left. The Battle of Waterloo was a complex and hard-fought engagement, with both sides suffering heavy losses. The plan reveals the intricacies of the battle, including the critical roles played by the villages of Mont-Saint-Jean, Hougoumont, and La Haye Sainte. The eventual outcome of the battle was decided by a series of fierce engagements, including the famous charge of the Prussian cavalry and the final assault on the French position by the British and Dutch forces. This historical print offers a fascinating glimpse into the strategic planning and execution of one of the most significant battles in European history. It serves as a reminder of the complex military maneuvers and the human drama that unfolded on that fateful day in 1815.
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