The conflict that followed the American Revolutionary War between France and England was referred to as the Napoleonic Wars. Although the Revolutionary War itself saw the United States gain independence from British rule, the resultant power dynamics led to conflicts involving major European powers. The Napoleonic Wars, occurring from 1803 to 1815, stemmed from France's expansionist ambitions under Napoleon Bonaparte, directly challenging Britain's naval supremacy and allied interests in Europe. The conflict resulted in significant shifts in power across Europe and the eventual defeat of Napoleon.