Napoleon

Exile and Death

Napoleon's final years were marked by exile and ultimately, his death.

First Exile to Elba

1814

Napoleon was exiled to the island of Elba after his abdication.

Escape from Elba

1815

Napoleon escaped from Elba and returned to power in France for a brief period known as the Hundred Days.

Battle of Waterloo

18 June 1815

Napoleon was decisively defeated at the Battle of Waterloo, leading to his second exile.

Death

5 May 1821

Napoleon died on the island of Saint Helena, where he had been exiled after his second defeat.