History The Napoleonic Wars Questions
The Battle of Montereau was a significant battle that took place during the Napoleonic Wars on February 18, 1814. It was fought between the French forces led by Napoleon Bonaparte and the combined forces of the Russian and Prussian armies. The battle occurred near the town of Montereau-Fault-Yonne in France. The French emerged victorious, defeating the allied forces and securing a crucial victory for Napoleon. This battle played a crucial role in the War of the Sixth Coalition and marked a turning point in the Napoleonic Wars.