Considered the definitive resource on the infamous battle of Waterloo in Belgium in 1815, this beautifully illustrated and meticulously researched tome provides intricate details of one of history's most decisive military events—which led to the end of Napoleon Bonaparte's formidable rule as the Emperor of France. Replete with numerous diagrams, color photographs, and illustrations—including 16 pages of original paintings of uniforms and outfits—this remarkable guide is the essential resource for those intrigued by military campaigns throughout history.