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The great French empire that Napoleon created eventually fell after the unsuccessful invasion of Russia. Why was the invasion considered a great disaster for Napoleon?
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There was a massive air attack by the Russians that wiped out most of Napoleons army
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Russia’s scorched-earth policy and cold winter wiped out most of Napoleons army
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The Battle of the Bulge wiped out most of Napoleons army
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The newly formed United States allied with Russia to wipe out most of Napoleons army
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Explanation:
Detailed explanation-1: -Throughout the years of 1806 – 1814, a number of factors coalesced to result in Napoleon’s downfall. Significant causes of his downfall included the Continental Blockade, the Peninsular War, the Russian Campaign, and the direct role of Britain.
Detailed explanation-2: -The reason was that Napoleon’s empire turned against him. The victory of Russia over the French army which occurred in the year 1812 was a debacle for the plan of Napoleon to conquer Europe. Since his army was humbled and defeated, it lowered their spirits. Thus, winning became a distant dream for them.
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