Episode 3 of 3

Frankfurt Proposals Offered to Napoleon

When
November 1813
Where
Frankfurt
Part of
Austria declares war on France and joins the Sixth Coalition

Metternich offered Napoleon peace terms in November 1813, which were rejected, leading to continued war.

In November 1813, Metternich offered Napoleon the Frankfurt proposals, allowing him to remain Emperor but reducing France to its natural frontiers. These terms were rejected, prolonging the conflict.

Sources

  1. Klemens von Metternich Wikipedia, revision of 2026-09-29

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