Today in History | June 18: The Battle of Waterloo and Napoleon's Defeat

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On June 18, 1815, the Battle of Waterloo took place in present-day Belgium. It was a significant battle during the Napoleonic Wars, marking the final defeat of French Emperor Napoleon Bonaparte. The battle was fought between the French army, led by Napoleon, and a coalition of forces from the United Kingdom, Prussia, and other European countries. The decisive victory by the coalition forces led to Napoleon's abdication and exile, bringing an end to his rule and shaping the course of European history for years to come.

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