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10 Reasons Why The Duke of Wellington Defeated Napoleon

7. Resilience Under Heavy Fire

7. Resilience Under Heavy Fire
Wellington’s disciplined troops repel repeated French attacks, maintaining steadfast defensive lines under pressure.

Despite relentless French artillery and infantry assaults, Wellington’s troops held their lines in key defensive positions for hours. Their discipline and morale withstood sustained pressure, blunting the effectiveness of French offensives. This steadfastness was crucial in resisting numerous enemy waves (militaryhistorynow.com).

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