Why Napoleon Won The Battle Of Waterloo

Before the Battle of Waterloo even began, there was a fateful event that caused Napoleon to lose. On the 17th and 18th, there was a heavy downpour on the area around Waterloo. This sudden rain slowed down Napoleon, allowing Wellington to get to a more advantageous terrain, and pushed the battle to a later time, allowing the Prussians more time to regroup. It was a lack of luck that undid Napoleon and his plans for battle. Unfortunately for Napoleon, the unlucky rainstorm that brought his demise was a stroke of luck for Wellington which helped him win the battle. Another reason that Wellington won the battle was his use of logistics, specifically the terrain. The British armies were on higher ground during the battle, which is much easier