battle of the Nile (jan 1, 1798 – jan 1, 1799)
Description:
He attempts to conquer Egypt (1798–99) but is defeated by the British under Horatio Nelson in the Battle of the Nile. Unrest at home leads Napoleon to return to France.Added to timeline:
Date:
jan 1, 1798
jan 1, 1799
~ 12 months