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Siege of Acre

1799 • Galiläa Belagerung

Historical Overview

Unsuccessful French siege of the Ottoman fortress.

Quick Facts

Outcome:Victory of the defenders.

Ottomans & British

  • Commander: Jezzar Pascha / Sidney Smith
  • Strength: ca. 6.000
  • Casualties: ca. 2.000

French Expeditionary Force

  • Commander: Napoleon Bonaparte
  • Strength: ca. 13.000
  • Casualties: ca. 4.000

Strategic Context

Napoleon's attempt to continue expansion via Syria.

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