Up, Guards!
Napoleon seizes the initative and invades the Low Countries, aiming to win a decisive victory within days. Following a series of engagements with the Allied armies, he sees a chance to engage and defeat the British before their Prussian allies can join the battle. Wellington has chosen his defensive position carefully and has his troops in place – but can they hold out against the onslaught of the French artillery, cavalry and troops?
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