Borodino: The bloodbath of 1812

The undoing of Napoleon in Russia

The Battle of Borodino, fought on September 7, 1812, stands as one of the most significant and severe clashes of the Napoleonic Wars. This battle, marked by its high casualty rate and tactical stalemate, was a pivotal moment in Napoleon’s ill-fated invasion of Russia.

I. Brief Overview of the Battle

The battle took place near the village of Borodino, west…