Why Britain Stopped Hating France

For centuries, Britain and France were old enemies — fighting over crowns, colonies, religion, trade, and power. But after Napoleon’s defeat, Britain’s greatest fear began to shift. France was no longer the only threat. Russia was expanding. Prussia was rising. And by 1871, a unified Germany changed the balance of power in Europe. This video explains why Britain stopped treating France as its main enemy — and how centuries of rivalry eventually turned into strategic partnership. #britishhistory #frenchhistory #napoleon #historydocumentary #europeanhistory #englandvsfrance #waterloo #historyexplained