![Having heard that the Russians claimed a victory, Napoleon commissioned a painting showing that he was the victor. The results depict the Emperor visiting the frozen field of the struggle, surrounded by the defeated begging for mercy.](https://warfarehistorynetwork.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/11/M302002-crop-760x404.jpg)
Seven Years War
The Battle of Eylau: A Massacre Without Results
By Vince HawkinsFollowing the French Army’s brilliant victories at the twin battles of Jena and Auerstadt on October 14, 1806, the Emperor Napoleon Bonaparte subsequently launched his Grande Armée in a devastating pursuit of the remnants of the Prussian Army. Read more