On June 18th, 1858, India mourned the loss of Rani Laxmi Bai, the courageous queen of Jhansi. She succumbed to injuries sustained in a fierce battle against the British forces, her bravery etched forever in the annals of history. Decades prior, on the same date in 1815, the Battle of Waterloo unfolded, a defining moment in European history. This clash of armies, forever associated with Napoleon Bonaparte, the former Emperor of the French, resulted in a crushing defeat for the French forces. This day marked the end of Napoleon’s reign and shifted the balance of power in Europe. The echoes of these historical events continue to resonate today, reminding us of the courage, ambition, and sacrifices that have shaped our world.
