Relive the pivotal campaign that reshaped Europe in 1815.
A masterful survey of the Waterloo era, this book offers a clear, engaging account of how Napoleon returned from Elba, how the Allied and French armies moved across Belgium, and how the decisive battles of Ligny, Quatre Bras, and Waterloo unfolded.
George Hooper’s detailed history examines the campaign of 1815 with attention to strategy, command decisions, and the human cost of war. It synthesizes military movements, key actions, and the broader political aftermath as the Allies pressed their advantage into France.
- Clear narrative of the campaign’s sequence, from Napoleon’s return to the final defeat.
- Profiles of the major leaders and their armies, including Wellington and Blucher.
- In-depth look at the battles, tactics, and turning points that determined the outcome.
- Context on the political consequences for Paris, the restoration, and Europe’s future.
Ideal for readers seeking a lucid, compelling history of Waterloo and the end of Napoleon’s era.