Question

All of the following statements are true with regard to Napoleon's invasion of Russia EXCEPT

A.Napoleon invaded Russia after it had abandoned the Continental System
B. The Russian army refused to fight the French invaders and instead retreated and destroyed everything so that the French couldn't use it.
C. Napoleon decided to spend the winter in Moscow due to the extreme conditions of the Russian winter and then resumed the invasion of Russia in the spring.
D. Napoleon's decision to invade Russia proved to be disastrous and would lead to his eventual defeat.

Answer 1

C

Step-by-step explanation:

Napoleon did not decide to spend the winter in Moscow due to the extreme conditions of the Russian winter and then resume the invasion in the spring. With no resources or shelter, Napoleon was forced to retreat from Moscow and begin the long journey back to France.