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The Battle of Leipzig, also known as the Battle of Nations, was a significant battle that took place from October 16 to October 19, 1813, during the Napoleonic Wars. It was fought near Leipzig, Germany, and involved the coalition forces of Russia, Prussia, Austria, and Sweden against the French army led by Napoleon Bonaparte. The battle resulted in a decisive victory for the coalition forces, marking a turning point in the Napoleonic Wars and leading to Napoleon's retreat from Germany.