👑 𝐈𝐦𝐩𝐞𝐫𝐢𝐚𝐥 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐑𝐨𝐲𝐚𝐥 𝐀𝐫𝐦𝐲 𝟏𝟖𝟎𝟗 The Austrian Empire was one of the primary powers in Europe and one of the most staunch opponents of Napoleon during the Napoleonic Wars. The Austrian army fought several wars against Napoleon and his French Empire. Austrian troops were often described as ferocious fighters against the French and their allies. In 1809, the Austrian army under Archduke Charles would once again challenge France's dominance over Europe alone. The campaign would culminate in the Battle of Aspern-Essling, Napoleon's first major defeat. 𝐀.𝐄.𝐈.𝐎.𝐔. Est. 3/29/2024