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Battle of Alexandria

 
British History: battle of Alexandria

Alexandria, battle of, 1801. Napoleon expedition to Egypt was cut off in August 1798 by Nelson's victory of the Nile, and a year later Napoleon abandoned his men and returned to France. In March 1801 a British force of 14, 000 men under Sir Ralph Abercromby fought its way towards Alexandria. On the 21st, after heavy fighting in which Abercromby was killed, the French capitulated.

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The term Battle of Alexandria, Raid on Alexandria or Siege of Alexandria, can refer to a number of military operations fought in or near the city of Alexandria in Egypt.

The term has also been used in relation to Alexandria, Virginia in the United States.


 
 

 

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