Battle of Leipzig

October 16–19, 1813

Part of Napoleonic Wars

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Battle of Leipzig

Also called the Battle of the Nations. The armies of Russia, Prussia, Austria and Sweden defeated Napoleon in the largest battle in Europe before the First World War, which ended French rule east of the Rhine.

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French Empire and allies 1

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French Empire and allies

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