The World Minute at Waterloo

The Battle of Waterloo on June 18, 1815, marked the final confrontation of Napoleon Bonaparte's career, taking place near Brussels and ending in a decisive defeat for the French forces. This pivotal battle led to Napoleon's abdication and the conclusion of the French Empire’s rule, with subsequent peace terms imposed on France. Napoleon was ultimately taken as a prisoner of war to St. Helena, where he remained in exile until his death.