We went to the Waterloo Battlefield this past weekend. It is in Belgium and it is about an hour or so away from us. Here are some interesting facts about Waterloo:-This was where Napoleon had his last stand.
-The battle of Waterloo is regarded today as one of the greatest battles in European history.
-The battle took place in 1815.
-9,500 men died.
-The Lion Mound was erected between 1824-1826 and was dedicated to the soldiers who lost thier lives.
-The lion at the top of the mound weighs 28 tons.
-226 steps lead up to the top of the mound.
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