Napoleonic Wars

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After the disastrous invasion of Russia in 1812, Napoleon's Grand Army, which initially numbered around 600,000, was drastically reduced. By the time the remnants of his forces retreated, it is estimated that only about 100,000 men remained. The harsh winter, starvation, and fierce Russian resistance led to staggering losses, significantly weakening Napoleon's military might.

The Congress of Vienna, held in 1814-1815, aimed to restore the balance of power in Europe and reinstate monarchies, which directly undermined the principles of the French Revolution that championed liberty, equality, and fraternity. By reinstating conservative regimes and suppressing nationalist movements, the Congress sought to prevent revolutionary ideas from spreading, effectively stifling the revolutionary spirit that sought democratic reforms and rights for the people. This restoration of the old order curtailed the advancements made during the Revolution and reinforced a reactionary stance against popular sovereignty.

Britain imposed a naval blockade on France in 1802 primarily to restrict French trade and military supplies, particularly as tensions between the two nations were escalating. The blockade aimed to weaken France economically and prevent the resurgence of French power following the Revolutionary Wars. Additionally, Britain sought to protect its own maritime interests and maintain its naval supremacy in Europe. The blockade was part of a broader strategy to counter the threat posed by Napoleon Bonaparte's expansionist ambitions.

Napoleon's invasion of Spain was costly for the French primarily due to the fierce resistance from Spanish guerrillas, who engaged in a protracted and disruptive campaign against French forces. This unconventional warfare stretched French resources thin and forced them to commit large numbers of troops to maintain control over occupied territories. Additionally, the invasion sparked widespread nationalist sentiments, leading to further uprisings and complicating French military efforts. Ultimately, the prolonged conflict drained French manpower and resources, contributing to Napoleon's overall decline.

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Key figures in the Napoleonic Wars include Napoleon Bonaparte, the French military leader and emperor who sought to expand his empire across Europe. Opposing him were prominent leaders such as the Duke of Wellington, who commanded British forces, and Tsar Alexander I of Russia, who played a crucial role in the coalition against Napoleon. Other significant figures included the Prussian general Gebhard Leberecht von Blücher and the Austrian military leader Archduke Charles. Their strategies and alliances were pivotal in shaping the outcome of this tumultuous period.

To help control France after the Napoleonic Wars, the Congress of Vienna in 1814-1815 aimed to restore a balance of power in Europe. The congress redrew the continent's political map, strengthening surrounding nations like Austria, Prussia, and Britain to contain French ambitions. It also reinstated monarchies, including the Bourbon monarchy in France, to promote stability and prevent the rise of another aggressive regime. These measures were designed to ensure peace and prevent future conflicts in Europe.

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After the Napoleonic Wars, France faced significant demands for reparations, particularly from the Allied powers, including Britain, Russia, and Prussia. The Treaty of Paris in 1815 imposed heavy financial burdens on France, requiring it to pay 700 million francs in reparations. This demand aimed to compensate the Allies for the costs of the war and to weaken France economically to prevent future aggression. The reparations contributed to economic difficulties and political instability in France during the post-war period.

Joel Barlow was an American diplomat and poet who was tasked with negotiating a treaty with Napoleon Bonaparte during the early 1800s. The deal aimed to resolve outstanding issues between the United States and France, particularly related to trade and maritime rights, following the tensions from the Napoleonic Wars. Barlow hoped to secure a favorable agreement that would strengthen U.S.-French relations and protect American shipping interests. However, the negotiations did not culminate in a formal treaty due to the changing political landscape in France and the outbreak of the War of 1812.

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I am unsure what a continental power was, unless you mean the continental system.

The continental system was Napoleon's attempt to blockade Britain. It prevented his allies from trading with Britain, hoping to economically ruin the country. It ultimately failed, due to Britain's navy, allowing Britain to continue oversea trading.

Alternatively,

If you meant what were the continental powers of the Napoleonic Wars, then they would probably be:

France

Austria

Prussia

Russia

Spain

England was a European power, but not a continental one, for obvious reasons

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For mostly the same reasons men become soldiers in any era, and different countries had different particular motivations for some men. Prussians were required to serve, for example, while many of the French were initially motivated to volunteer by revolutionary fervour, or later, for love of the Emperor. In short, some for honour or country, some for pay, some because it was better than living a life of abject poverty. The Owen poem linked below is from WW1, but it makes the point well that the reasons are usually the same in any era.

It is a tribute to the young officers serving in the British Army.

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The Duke of Wellington, with lots of help from the Prussians under Field Marshal Blucher.

Napoleon Bonaparte lost at the Waterloo in Belgium in 1815.

His first exile was to the Mediterranean Island of Elba from which he broke his parole, escaped and returned to Europe for what is called The 100 Days. Since he was now deemed a flight risk, and a risk to European peace and tranquility, his second exile is to the remote and secure island of St. Helena in the South Atlantic where his stay was restricted but fitting for a former chief of state.

After Napoleon seized Moscow, the Russian were able to cheat him by a false friendly attitude of their troops deployed on the front. This attitude induced Napoleon even to send on Oct. 5,1812 a delegation led by General Lauriston to Saint Petersburg in order to negotiate an armistice as a preliminary for negotiating a peace of compromise. The delegation never reach the Russian Capital because they were stopped by Kutuzov at his Headquarter. The documents containing Napoleon's proposals were sent by Russians couriers to the Czar, who rejected the advances. Napoleon was so convinced that the victory of Borodino and the seize of Moscow,the Russian religious Capital, were so decisive to convince the Czar to accept the terms, that he sent a second delegation on Oct. 14,1812, with the same result.

The only purpose of the Russian behavior was to make him standing in and around the city as long as possible, until the French Army would have been bogged down by the Autumnal rainfalls and mud. The retreat from Moscow started on Oct. 20 and thanks to the unusually enduring fine weather all was going somewhat well, though the French rearguard and flanks were harassed by the Russian pressure.

On Oct. 24, after winning the Battle of Malojaroslavec, Napoleon had the opportunity to carry on the retreat via Kaluga, thus exploiting the intact resources the land offered for supplying the Army, because they had not touched yet by the war. But against the opinion of his generals, Napoleon decided to continue the retreat by the same route followed during the summer during the advance towards Moscow in reverse. This decision was fatal to the French, because the earth had been already scorched.

The cohesion of the Grand Army began gradually began to give way. The food supply were rapidly decreasing, while a growing number of men threw down their weapons and went to swell the growing crowd of stragglers who were dragging themselves behind the rearward, while the long column was subjected to the endless attacks of the Cossacks and the pressure of the Russian vanguard. The first snowfall and the start of the big freeze on November 9, accelerated the dissolution of the French Army and their progressive destruction by the Russians.

In conclusion we can say that to defeat Napoleon in Russia were more his illusions and wrong decision and General Winter, rather than the Russian Armies, which were rarely able to decisively beat the constantly weakening French units still able to fight during the retreat.