Aboukir (1799): Napoleon's Great Counterattack – The 18,000-Man Ottoman Camp Destroyed

Aboukir (1799): Napoleon's Great Counterattack – The 18,000-Man Ottoman Camp Destroyed

In July 1799, on the shores of Aboukir Bay, Napoleon Bonaparte faced one of the greatest challenges of the Egyptian Campaign. An Ottoman army of around 18,000 men had landed on the coast and established a heavily defended camp, expecting reinforcements from the sea. Instead of waiting, Napoleon launched a swift and carefully planned counterattack that overwhelmed the Ottoman position before it could fully organize. Within hours, one of the largest Ottoman camps in Egypt had collapsed, marking one of the defining victories of the Napoleonic Wars.

This documentary tells the complete story of the Battle of Aboukir, exploring the strategy, leadership, and battlefield decisions that made the victory possible. From the first cavalry charge to the final assault on the Ottoman camp, you'll discover how Napoleon combined speed, discipline, and tactical brilliance to defeat a larger force.

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