Society

The eyes of all European society were on the Battle of Waterloo, and there was great rejoicing at the final defeat of Napoleon. Waterloo marked a change between society and the British Army. For the first time ever, every "Waterloo Man" was given a medal for fighting on the campaign. For a hundred years, Waterloo remained the most celebrated and significant battle in European history.

Learn how Waterloo shaped society and changed lives by exploring these objects and articles.

• “A Little Drinking and a Great Deal of Fornication”: Celebrating Waterloo’s First Anniversary

  The celebrations of 1816 - Waterloo’s First Anniversary

• Waterloo Men Drink Free in Durham

  The city of Durham has an intriguing connection with the Battle of Waterloo.

• Commemorating Waterloo

  Wellington’s great victory at Waterloo precipitated an outpouring of celebration across the United Kingdom.

• No. 1 London: The Duke of Wellington’s House

  Read about the Duke of Wellington’s house: No.1 London

• The Duke of Wellington’s Desk?

  Researching the history and provenance of Wellington’s Desk

• Remembering the French dead

  Find out more about the French Cemetery on St. Mary’s Island, the last resting place of French prisoners of war.

• Wars D’Oeuvre: How to re-enact the Battle of Waterloo at the dinner table

  Re-enacting the Battle of Waterloo at the dinner table

• Wellington’s Places: Apsley House

  Discover more about the house known as No. 1 London

• Wellington’s Places: Brynkinalt Hall

  Discover more about Brynkinalt Hall

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