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The Battle of Borodino, also known as the Battle of Moskova, was a significant conflict during Napoleon's Russian campaign in 1812. This battle took place on September 7, 1812, near the village of Borodino, west of Moscow. It was one of the bloodiest battles of the Napoleonic Wars, involving over a quarter of a million soldiers and resulting in a high number of casualties on both sides.

Napoleon faced the Russian forces led by Field Marshal Mikhail Kutuzov in this battle. Despite the heavy losses suffered by both the French and Russian armies, Napoleon emerged as the victor. However, the battle did not lead to a decisive outcome, and the Russian forces strategically retreated after the engagement.

The Battle of Borodino was a pivotal moment in Napoleon's invasion of Russia, showcasing the fierce fighting and the challenges faced by both armies in this brutal conflict.

Citations:
[1] https://www.despertaferro-ediciones.com/revistas/numero/batalla-de-borodino-napoleon-contra-kutuzov/
[2] https://historia.nationalgeographic.com.es/a/batalla-borodino-napoleon-rusia_20139
[3] https://arrecaballo.es/guerras-napoleonicas/retirada-de-napoleon-de-rusia-en-1812/napoleon-en-moscu/
[4] https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EVBkCzKRX6w

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