Aboukir Collection

Ralph Abercromby (1734-1801) Scottish soldier. Copperplate engraving London 1833
530858 Ralph Abercromby (1734-1801) Scottish soldier. Copperplate engraving London 1833; (add.info.: General leading successful Anglo-Turkish force against French at Aboukir Bay (Alexandria)

Ralph Abercromby (1734-1801) Scottish soldier, 19th century (engraving)
533485 Ralph Abercromby (1734-1801) Scottish soldier, 19th century (engraving); (add.info.: General leading successful Anglo-Turkish force against the French at Aboukir Bay (Alexandria), Egypt

HMS Aboukir, British Cressy class armoured cruiser, launched 1900, sunk by German U boat in September 1914

Combat in the fort at Aboukir (engraving)
5227464 Combat in the fort at Aboukir (engraving) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Combat in the fort at Aboukir)

Battle of the Nile (Battle of Aboukir Bay), Egypt, a naval battle between the British (led by Nelson) and the French, 1-3 August 1798

Map, Battle of the Nile (Battle of Aboukir Bay), Egypt, a naval battle between the British (led by Nelson) and the French, 1-3 August 1798. Date: 1798

Map of the Battle of the Nile, and Battle of Alexandria. 1798

The Channel Fleet passing Inchkeith, Firth of Forth (engraving)
2773034 The Channel Fleet passing Inchkeith, Firth of Forth (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Channel Fleet passing Inchkeith, Firth of Forth)

View from Spanish Point, Bermuda, showing the Dockyard, and the Fleet at Anchor in Grassy Bay (engraving)
1620280 View from Spanish Point, Bermuda, showing the Dockyard, and the Fleet at Anchor in Grassy Bay (engraving) by Weedon, Edwin (1819-79); Private Collection; (add.info.: View from Spanish Point)

Discovery of a Colossal Statue of Ramses II near Aboukir, Egypt (engraving)
1062164 Discovery of a Colossal Statue of Ramses II near Aboukir, Egypt (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

First battle of ABUKIR - Mustapha Pashas Turkish army is completely overwhelmed by a much smaller French force under Napoleon, and driven into the sea or captured Date: 25 July 1799

Battle of Aboukir, 25 July 1799, 1802. Creator: Duplessis-Bertaux, Jean (1747-1820)
Battle of Aboukir, 25 July 1799, 1802. Found in the Collection of Bibliotheque Nationale de France

The Battle of Aboukir, 7 Thermidor, Year 7 (25 July 1799). Napoleon decisively defeated a Turkish army commanded by Seid Mustafa Pasha (the future Sultan Mustafa IV)

Battle of Aboukir, 25 July 1799. Artist: Lejeune, Louis-Francois, Baron (1775-1848)
Battle of Aboukir, 25 July 1799. Found in the collection of Musee de l Histoire de France, Chateau de Versailles

Battle of Aboukir, 25 July 1799, 1806. Artist: Gros, Antoine Jean, Baron (1771-1835)
Battle of Aboukir, 25 July 1799, 1806. Found in the collection of the Musee de l Histoire de France

Fort and Harbour of Aboukir, Ancient Canopus, Egypt, 1801. Artist: Thomas Milton
Fort and Harbour of Aboukir, Ancient Canopus, Egypt, 1801. The village of Aboukir on Egypts Mediterranean coast stands on what is believed to be the site of Canopus

The Battle Of The Nile Night Of August 1, 1798. Engraved By C. Lawrie After George Arnald. From The Book " Illustrations Of English And Scottish History" Volume Ii

Denis Duc Decres
DENIS, duc DECRES French naval commander, fought at Aboukir, captured by the British; served in the Ministere de la Marine during the Empire. Date: 1761 - 1820

Cartoon, John Bull taking a Luncheon, or, British Cooks cramming Old Grumble-Gizzard with Bonne Chere, by James Gillray. Celebrate Britains victory at Aboukir Bay in August 1798

Naval losses in North Sea by G. H. Davis
The naval losses in the North Sea, all on the same day. (1) The Aboukir, struck by a German torpedo. (2) The Hogue, struck and sunk while trying to help the Aboukir

Survivors from German U-boat attack, WW1
Some of the survivors from a German U-boat attack which sank three British cruisers (Aboukir, Hogue and Cressy) in the North Sea on 22 September 1914, in the early stages of the First World War

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The Recent Campaign in Egypt, the Forts in Aboukir Bay: Getting into a Fort at Aboukir Bay, the Entrance Gate had been Secured

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THE WAR IN EGYPT: THE ABOUKIR FORTS; Railway Bridge on the Alexandria and Rosetta Line

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The War in Egypt: the Look-Out Perch on Board H.M.s. " minotaur" in Aboukir Bay

BATTLE OF ABOUKIR, 1799. The Battle of Aboukir Bay, 25 July 1799. Oil on canvas, 1805, by Louis Francois Lejeune

NAPOLEON IN EGYPT, 1799. French troops under Napoleon Bonaparte engaged in battle at Aboukir (or Abu Qir), Egypt, 25 July 1799. Lithograph, French, early 19th century

Battle of the Nile (Battle of Aboukir Bay) 1 August 1798: French Revolutionary Wars. Captain Casabianca and his son on the French flagship Orient which exploded with the loss of more than 1, 000 men

Ralph Abercromby (1734-1801) Scottish soldier. General leading successful Anglo-Turkish force against the French at Aboukir Bay (Alexandria), Egypt, 21 March 1801

Thomas Troubridge (c1758-1807) English naval officer who rose to the rank of Rear-Admiral. Entered the Royal Navy in 1773, served in the East Indies, at the Battle of Cape St Vincent

Battle of Aboukir (25th July 1799). Napoleon defeats the Turks. Etching. FRANCE. Paris. Biblioth豵 e des Arts D飯 ratifs (Decorative Arts Library)

ABOUKIR: PRISONERS, 1801. British soldiers of the 42nd Higlander Regiment guarding French prisoners after the second battle of Aboukir, Egypt, March 1801

BRITISH AT ABOUKIR, 1801. The Landing of the British Army commanded by Sir Ralph Abercromby at Aboukir Bay, Egypt, 22 March 1801. Line engraving, English, after Richard Caton Woodville, 1894

HMS Aboukir, British armoured cruiser
HMS Aboukir, British Cressy-class armoured cruiser, launched 1902, sunk by a German U-boat in September 1914. circa 1902

British ship with four funnels, WW1
A British ship with four funnels, possibly HMS Aboukir, sunk at the beginning of the First World War. Date: early 20th century

The crew of the U boat U9, they sunk three royal navy cruisers, HMS Aboukir, HMS Cressy and HMS Hogue

Map / Africa / Egypt / Aboukir
Map of Egypt: Aboukir Bay, scene of the Battle of the Nile (1 August 1798)

Battle of the Nile 1798
Nelson defeats the French fleet commanded by Brueys : the scene on the deck of the French ship Tonnant

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"Aboukir: A Historic Battlefield and Naval Triumph" Step back in time to the Battle of Aboukir, a pivotal moment in history that forever changed the course of naval warfare. This fierce clash took place during the Battle of the Nile, where British forces led by Admiral Horatio Nelson faced off against French troops under General Napoleon Bonaparte's command. At the heart of this epic confrontation was HMS Aboukir, a formidable Cressy class armoured cruiser that played a crucial role in securing victory for the British fleet. The combat at Aboukir Fort was immortalized through engravings, capturing the intensity and bravery exhibited by both sides. Witnessing this historic event was an awe-inspiring sight - as depicted in lithographs showcasing the most powerful combination of warships ever assembled, with Channel and Mediterranean Squadrons converging off Nauplia. These images transport us to a time when naval supremacy meant everything. Maps detailing both the Battle Bay and Alexandria provide valuable insights into strategic maneuvers employed by Nelson's forces. They serve as reminders of how geography can shape military outcomes and highlight key turning points during these conflicts. Beyond its significance as a battleground, Aboukir holds other treasures waiting to be discovered. Engravings reveal an astonishing find - a colossal statue of Ramses II near Aboukir, Egypt. This archaeological marvel adds another layer to this historical site's allure. The first battle at ABUKIR saw Mustapha Pasha's Turkish army overwhelmed by superior forces. It serves as a testament to not only British dominance but also their ability to forge alliances across borders for shared victories. As we reflect on these events captured so vividly by Jean Duplessis-Bertaux's artwork from 1802, we are reminded once again that history is shaped by those who dare to challenge conventional norms and strive for greatness against all odds.