Napoleon in Egypt: Battle of the Pyramids 1798

Summary by Krater

This video covers Napoleon's 1798 invasion of Egypt, detailing the journey across the Mediterranean, the capture of Malta, the landing at Alexandria, the Battle of Shubra Khit, and the decisive Battle of the Pyramids at Embabeh.

From the video

Answers: How did Napoleon's invasion of Egypt unfold in 1798?

• Napoleon's invasion of Egypt
• Siege of Malta
• Battle of Shubra Khit
• Battle of the Pyramids
• Mamluk cavalry tactics
• French naval fleet and British pursuit

What it concludes

• Napoleon's expedition to Egypt successfully landed and captured Alexandria, Shubra Khit, and Cairo following the Battle of the Pyramids.
• Despite initial military victories against the Mamluks, Napoleon's campaign was severely compromised after Admiral Nelson destroyed the French fleet at the Battle of Aboukir Bay.