A Short History Of The Naval And Military Operations In Egypt From 1798 To 1802 (1885) - Paperback

""A Short History Of The Naval And Military Operations In Egypt From 1798 To 1802"" is a historical account of the military and naval operations that took place in Egypt during the late 18th and early 19th centuries. Written by John M. Burgoyne and originally published in 1885, the book provides a comprehensive overview of the events that led up to the French invasion of Egypt in 1798, as well as the subsequent British campaigns that followed.The book begins by detailing the political and military situation in Europe at the time, including the rise of Napoleon Bonaparte and his ambitions for conquest. It then goes on to describe the French invasion of Egypt, which was intended to establish a foothold in the Middle East and disrupt British trade routes to India.Burgoyne provides a detailed account of the various battles and skirmishes that took place during the conflict, including the famous Battle of the Nile in 1798, in which the British navy under Admiral Horatio Nelson defeated the French fleet. He also describes the role of the British army in the campaign, including the siege of Alexandria and the capture of Cairo.Throughout the book, Burgoyne provides insights into the strategies and tactics used by both the French and British forces, as well as the political and diplomatic maneuvering that took place behind the scenes. He also discusses the impact of the campaign on the wider geopolitical landscape, including the eventual withdrawal of the French from Egypt and the subsequent power vacuum in the region.Overall, ""A Short History Of The Naval And Military Operations In Egypt From 1798 To 1802"" provides a fascinating insight into a pivotal moment in world history, and is a must-read for anyone interested in military history or the politics of the early 19th century.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.