Question

The harsh winters helped Russia defeat invaders from _____.

Answer 1

The harsh winters helped Russia defeat invaders from France.

Explanation:

The French invasion of Russia, notable in Russia as the nationalistic War of 1812. At the time of the invasion, Napoleon was at the peak of his power with nearly all of continental Europe either underneath his direct management or control by countries defeated by his empire and underneath treaties favorable to France.

Answer 2

a). Napoleon's march on Moscow. cf. Tchaikovsky's 1812 Overture.