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French invasion of Russia

Took place on June 24, 1812

214

Years ago

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The 215th anniversary falls on June 24, 2027, in 243 days.

The French invasion of Russia, also known as the Russian campaign, the Second Polish War, and in Russia as the Patriotic War of 1812, was initiated by Napoleon with the aim of forcing the Russian Empire to comply with the continental blockade of the United Kingdom.

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