The Role of Nelson - Mediterranean & Battle of the Nile

Question 1

When did Napoleon want an expedition to Egypt?

Answer 1

Napoleon wanted an expedition to Egypt in 1788/198????

Question 2

What expedition to Egypt did the Fr undertake?

Answer 2

Fr defeated Egyptian rulers (Mamelukes) at Battle of Pyramids - 21 July 1798

Question 3

What did the Fr success at the Battle of the Pyramids mean for the Br?

Answer 3

this threatened Br powers in Med & India bc threat of valuable trade of EIC

Question 4

Who was tasked w dealing w the Fr threat?

Answer 4

Nelson

Question 5

What did Nelson to deal w the Fr threat?

Answer 5

Battle of the Nile (1st Aug 1798):
- launched attack = slipped between ships & attack on both sides
- 17 Fr ships engaged = 13 captured/destroyed

Question 6

What was a result of the success at the Battle of the Nile for Nelson?

Answer 6

gained much respect:
- made Barron w £2000 pension
- made Duke of Bronte by King of Naples