Napoleon led over 600,000 men into Russia.
At his peak, Napoleon controlled or allied with almost all of mainland Europe. However, cracks began to show. The Campaigns of Napoleon
After a pyrrhic victory at Borodino and occupying a burning Moscow, the French were forced to retreat through a brutal winter. Only a fraction of the army survived. 🏛️ The Fall and the Hundred Days (1813–1815) Napoleon led over 600,000 men into Russia
Napoleon’s early campaigns showcased his "Corps d’Armée" system, allowing for unprecedented speed and flexibility. Napoleon led over 600
A decisive victory over Russia that led to the Treaty of Tilsit, making Napoleon the arbiter of Europe. 🌍 The Zenith and the Peninsular Ulcer (1808–1811)
His conquests spread civil laws that still influence legal systems globally.