Throughout history, weather has played a significant role in military campaigns, sometimes altering its course and reshaping the destiny of nations. From the icy depths of Russian winters thwarting the ambitions of emperors to the ferocious storms of the open sea swallowing armadas whole, weather has often posed a formidable adversary alongside armies and navies during military conflicts. In this article, we explore some of these pivotal moments where nature's fury have halted conquests and unforeseen meteorological forces have crippled invasions.
A dejected Napoleon retreats from Moscow after failing to capture it during the French invasion of Russia in 1812. Oil on canvas by Adolph Northen, 1851.
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5 Times Weather Played Foul For An Invading Army
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