waterloo
Pronunciation: [ˌwɔːtəˈluː]
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Context: “historical event”
(noun) a famous battle in 1815 where an army led by Duke of Wellington defeated Napoleon's French forces. This battle ended Napoleon's rule as Emperor of the French.
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The Battle of Waterloo was a turning point in European history.
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The outcome of the battle did not help Napoleon's chances for future success.
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What strategies were used at the Battle of Waterloo?
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