Strategic Deception: The Untold Story of Napoleon's Waterloo Campaign

Napoleon returned to power in March, facing opposition from European allies aiming to restore the monarchy. King Louis XVIII's spies infiltrated Napoleon's ranks, creating internal challenges. Napoleon planned a swift military campaign to capture Brussels, but confusion and delays in orders, possibly due to a ruse involving Mons, led to his defeat at Waterloo. Betrayal within the French army tipped off the Prussians, allowing them to prepare. Napoleon's defeat resulted in his abdication and exile, with Bertrand playing a significant role in the aftermath.

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