Britain declares war on France (1803)
1803 · Event
After a year of mutual suspicion Addington's government recalls its ambassador and declares war, ending the Peace of Amiens and opening the Napoleonic Wars.
On these timelines: Napoleonic Wars, United Kingdom (combined), Master, France
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