Second Battle of Abukir (1801)

Second Battle of Abukir (United Kingdom vs France) took place in 1801 during French invasion of Egypt and Syria.

Battle facts

Year: 1801
Date: 1801-03-08
Era: Early Modern
Conflict: French invasion of Egypt and Syria
Side A: United Kingdom
Side B: France
Commanders (A): Ralph Abercromby, Sidney Smith
Commanders (B): Louis Friant
Casualties: 740 killed, wounded or missing (United Kingdom), 400 killed or wounded (France)
Outcome: British victory
Coordinates: 31.311°, 30.068°