European culture has been shaped by conflict. All through its long history, countries have strived against each other for land, money, and high ideals. If you’re a history buff or a curious world traveler, you’ve got to check out these famous historical battlefields in Europe.
Hastings, England
Hastings is the site of the famous Battle of Hastings in 1066. Following his victory, the Norman Duke William the Conqueror took possession of the English crown and changed the course of English history. Fun re-enactments take place every year for those of you who would like to take part.
Waterloo, Belgium
The infamous battle of Waterloo was the crescendo of the Napoleonic wars, at which Napoleon was finally defeated by the British allied forces led by the Duke of Wellington. You can still walk around the site and really feel as if you were there.
Ardennes Forest, Belgium
Known to history as The Battle of the Bulge, this was the site of the last German offensive of World War II. It has gone down as one of the bloodiest battles on the Western Front, and today there are many museums and tourist information posts you can visit in the region.
