The Battle of Waterloo

A visually stunning examination of the battle that changed Europe forever: Napoleons last stand at Waterloo. In 1814 with Napoleon in exile it looked as if his career was over. Then the Emperor escaped and made a last stand which climaxed on June 18 1815 at Waterloo. This compelling and richly illustrated treatment of the Hundred Days campaign includes reproductions of contemporary letters and documents that graphically portray Napoleons final overthrow as well as information on the armies commanders battlefield topography and the campaigns consequences for Europe.