The Role of Nelson - Mediterranean & Battle of the Nile Flashcards
1
Q
What expedition to Egypt did the Fr undertake?
A
Napoleon & Fr defeated Egyptian rulers (Mamelukes) at Battle of Pyramids - 21 July 1798
2
Q
What did the Fr success at the Battle of the Pyramids mean for the Br?
A
this threatened Br powers in Med & India bc threat of valuable trade of EIC
3
Q
Who was tasked w dealing w the Fr threat?
A
Nelson
4
Q
What did Nelson to deal w the Fr threat?
A
Battle of the Nile (1st Aug 1798):
- launched attack = slipped between ships & attack on both sides
- 17 Fr ships engaged = 13 captured/destroyed
5
Q
What was a result of the success at the Battle of the Nile for Nelson?
A
gained much respect:
- made Barron w £2000 pension
- made Duke of Bronte by King of Naples
