The Napoleonic Wars (Part 2)

Napoleon Bonaparte rose to power in Europe, implementing the Continental System to weaken Britain. His campaigns in Spain and Austria showed cracks in his dominance. The disastrous Russian invasion marked the beginning of his downfall, leading to his exile to Elba. Napoleon returned briefly, only to be defeated at Waterloo and exiled to Saint Helena. His legacy includes military innovations and the spread of revolutionary ideals.

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