Napoleon's genius displayed in the Italian Campaign against Austria. His tactical brilliance led to multiple victories, solidifying his military reputation.
Napoleon sought to disrupt British trade by invading Egypt. Although a tactical success, the campaign ended with his return to France due to political turmoil.
Establishing the Consulate, Napoleon implemented significant reforms, modernizing France. The Napoleonic Code and educational advancements reshaped the nation.
Napoleon faced Austria and Russia at the Battle of Austerlitz, achieving a decisive victory. This triumph showcased his military brilliance on a grand scale.
The Spanish conflict drained French resources. Guerrilla warfare and British intervention challenged Napoleon's control, foreshadowing future struggles.
Napoleon's ill-fated invasion ended in disaster. The harsh Russian winter and scorched-earth tactics devastated his Grande Armée, marking a turning point.
Facing a coalition of European powers, Napoleon fought fiercely in battles like Leipzig. Despite initial successes, the coalition's sheer size overwhelmed him.
Defeated, Napoleon abdicated and was exiled to Elba. However, he escaped in 1815, returning to France for the Hundred Days, sparking renewed conflict.
Napoleon's fate was sealed at the Battle of Waterloo in 1815, where he faced combined British and Prussian forces. Defeated, he was exiled to Saint Helena, marking the end of his era.