Editorial Reviews

The British Victory in Egypt, 1801 recounts and analyzes the story of the British expeditionary force which ejected Napoleon's crack troops from Egypt. Piers Mackesy demonstrates how critically the future of the British Empire depended on the dislodging of the Napoleonic force in the Middle East.

The author's military background allows him to illustrate insightful perspectives into different styles of leadership, the nature of discipline and combat training. Mackesy reveals the high risks involved in the English assault, weighted against the masterful planning and discipline which brought the English victory against the odds. He also highlights the role of Sir Ralph Abercromby, an elderly Scot and leader of the army, and his vitality to the final success of the venture.

The British Victory in Egypt charts a critical episode in European and military history. It also provides a fascinating portrayal of the training, tactics, and strategy of a unique campaign and its executors.