The battlefield around Paris.

The battlefield around Paris was characterized by a mix of open terrain, villages, and fortified positions. To the east of Paris, the River Seine flowed, creating a natural barrier. The city itself had extensive fortifications, including the walls and gates that formed a defensive perimeter. The French forces, commanded by Emperor Napoleon Bonaparte, were positioned both within the city and in the surrounding areas.

As the coalition forces closed in on Paris, several engagements took place. On March 30, 1814, the Battle of Montmartre occurred, where French forces under the command of Marshal Auguste Marmont attempted to defend the heights of Montmartre, located to the north of the city. However, they were eventually overwhelmed by the superior numbers of the coalition forces.

Following the Battle of Montmartre, the coalition forces continued their advance and entered the city on March 31, 1814. Napoleon had been weakened by the defeat in the Battle of Leipzig in 1813 and faced increasing opposition both domestically and from foreign powers. The fall of Paris marked a significant turning point in the Napoleonic Wars and ultimately led to Napoleon's abdication and exile to the island of Elba.