1. Re-doing the Russian Campaign

2. Continental System
1806: Napoleon allied/conquered most major powers in Europe
Plan: Destroy British trade Invade when economy weak
Berlin Decree: Naval blockade of British: all connections cut
British responds: blockade of France
Napoleon responds: seize all neutral ports
Ships must stop at France
Threatened Russia with invasion

3. Problems with Russia -Leaves Continental System -France Invades
Russian Strategy
French Strategy
Continuous retreating into heart of Russia
Evacuates capital and burns it to ground
Pursue Russians (Still September)
Attack Moscow (capital of Russia)
Retreat during Winter (vs staying in Moscow)
Results:
1/6 French survive

4. Last Question
What is the significance for France, Europe, and Napoleon of Napoleon’s defeat in Russia?