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What was the major reason for napoleon's defeat during his invasion of russia in 1812? 1. an advanced russian military 2. superior russian troops 3. a natural disaster 4. the severe russian winter

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The severe Russian winter killed over half the troops of Napoleons army, his troops rarely saw army combat, the cold and lack of food led to unprecedented loss of life.
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