Waterloo200

The battle of Waterloo was a milestone in European history. It ended over 20 years of conflict in Europe. It involved many nations and heralded over 50 years of peace and stability. The battle was the culmination of a long campaign, fought in Spain and Portugal, by the Duke of Wellington and his allied armies.

The commemoration of this seminal event will reflect the strategy and planning of the campaign in a modern context and will involve people of many nations. Waterloo 200 has been established to direct and manage this unique International project. From the first action of the Peninsular War in 1808 at Rolica in Portugal, to the final battle at Waterloo in Belgium seven years later, Waterloo 200 will track and guide organisations and people who wish to be involved.