Jan 01general
Congress of Vienna
conference of ambassadors of European states (September/November 1814 to June 1815)
1815.
What happened in 1815?
The year 1815 marked the end of the Napoleonic Wars with Napoleon's defeat at the Battle of Waterloo in June, ending more than twenty years of European conflict. The Congress of Vienna, meeting since late 1814, concluded in June 1815. It established a new power balance in Europe through territorial changes and diplomatic agreements. In North America, the Battle of New Orleans happened in January 1815 during the final stages of the War of 1812, although it took place after the peace treaty had already been signed. This year also began the lengthy process toward Italian unification, which would continue for several decades.
Events
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Births
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Deaths
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Era
1810s
Industrial Era
Chronology of 1815
Documented Historical Record
January
01.1815Jan 01general
Unification of Italy
creation of the politically and administratively integrated nation of Italy (1815–1871)
Jan 01war
Jan 01politics
Jan 01disaster
1815 eruption of Mount Tambora
catastrophic volcanic eruption in present-day Indonesia
February
02.1815April
04.1815Apr 11war
Apr 23general
Second Serbian Uprising
1815–1817 revolt in Serbia against the Ottoman Empire
May
05.1815June
06.1815Jun 08politics
Jun 16war
Jun 16war
Jun 18war
Jun 19war
Jun 30war
July
07.1815October
10.1815November
11.1815Nov 05war
Nov 20war
Nov 20politics
Nov 28war
December
12.1815Dec 02politics
Sugauli Treaty
1816 treaty between East India Company and King of Nepal
End of 1815 Record · 24 events
Historical Significance
Context & Impact
The year 1815 marked the end of the Napoleonic Wars with Napoleon's defeat at the Battle of Waterloo in June, ending more than twenty years of European conflict. The Congress of Vienna, meeting since late 1814, concluded in June 1815. It established a new power balance in Europe through territorial changes and diplomatic agreements. In North America, the Battle of New Orleans happened in January 1815 during the final stages of the War of 1812, although it took place after the peace treaty had already been signed. This year also began the lengthy process toward Italian unification, which would continue for several decades.
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What major battles happened in 1815?
In 1815, two major battles took place. The Battle of Waterloo occurred in June, where Napoleon faced a decisive defeat by British and Prussian forces. Earlier in the year, the Battle of New Orleans in January marked the last significant battle of the War of 1812.
What was the Congress of Vienna in 1815?
The Congress of Vienna was a diplomatic meeting aimed at redrawing Europe's map after Napoleon's defeat. It established new borders and restored monarchies, creating a balance of power that endured for many years.
What happened to Napoleon in 1815?
In March 1815, Napoleon returned from exile on Elba, a period known as the "Hundred Days." He was ultimately defeated at the Battle of Waterloo in June and was exiled to the remote island of Saint Helena.
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