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Battle of Alexandria

1801 • Alexandria Feldschlacht

Historical Overview

British victory against the remaining Egypt army.

Quick Facts

Outcome:British victory.

Kingdom of Great Britain

  • Commander: Ralph Abercromby †
  • Strength: ca. 14.000
  • Casualties: ca. 1.500

French Expeditionary Force

  • Commander: Jacques-François Menou
  • Strength: ca. 10.000
  • Casualties: ca. 3.000

Strategic Context

Final phase of expelling the French from Egypt.

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