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War Against Napoleon
War against the French. Leaders. Timeline. The war of ideas. Did you know?

James Gillray's view of Pitt and Bonaparte carving up the world

James Gillray's view of Pitt and Bonaparte carving up the world
(The Bridgeman Art Library)

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Leaders

Introduction

In Britain's war against the French from 1793 to 1815, a number of men came to the fore, either through ability or through the chance of birth. Here we look at the major players.


Test your knowledge of the private lives of Napoleon, Wellington and Nelson in our special quiz.

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