WATERLOO, Belgium — Yellow wildflowers dot the verdant fields where the Battle of Waterloo was fought on June 18, 1815. The preserved agricultural landscape maintains much of its historic character through continued farming use. These pastoral fields witnessed one of Europe's most decisive military engagements, now serving as both working farmland and historic preservation site.
Photograph by David Coleman. The battlefield of Waterloo presents a pastoral landscape where yellow wildflowers punctuate lush green agricultural fields. This preserved rural setting in Belgium's Walloon Brabant region retains much of its character from June 18, 1815, when it served as the stage for one of history's most significant battles. The continued agricultural use of these fields helps maintain the authentic historic landscape while supporting local biodiversity. The meadow's natural beauty creates a poignant contrast to its martial history, with seasonal wildflowers and maintained grasslands providing both environmental benefits and historical preservation. This working agricultural landscape serves multiple purposes: as productive farmland, as a historic preservation site, and as a living memorial to the momentous battle that occurred here, demonstrating how modern land use can coexist with historical conservation.
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Location: Butte du Lion, Merbraine, Walloon Region, Belgium
Photo credit: © David Coleman | Have Camera Will Travel / Alamy / Afripics
License: Royalty Free
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