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Camp Establishment
- When
- 1803-1805
- Where
- Boulogne-sur-Mer
Boulogne-sur-Mer became a staging area for Napoleon's troops for several months during the planned invasion of the United Kingdom.
Boulogne lies on the Côte d'Opale. In 1803, it became an Imperial City. The camp served as a base for the Armée des côtes de l'Océan, where troops were gathered and trained.
Sources
- Boulogne-sur-Mer Wikipedia, revision of 2026-08-24
- Napoleon's planned invasion of the United Kingdom Wikipedia, revision of 2026-09-07
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