https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Croisière_de_Bruix
Let's say the campaign's planner had a pledge to defend the Mediterranean from the Second Coalition's advance [the p.o.d. is no collision between 2 French ships of the line on 12 June or the decision is changed to prevent the British blockades of the Eastern Mediterranean and Malta], what happens?
A better French outcome in the easiest sense is the temporary relief of Malta [until surrendering in 1801], more troops winning the Italian Campaign against Austria and potential adventures to Egypt. What happens next with regards to Admirals Nelson and Keith and would they seek battle? Finally, what about Napoleon's escape?
Also, how would the French Navy fare against Russia and the Ottoman Empire if the latter's fleets meet? Would the French win and if they do, would victory against them boost prestige even with defeats against Britain? And, what about Spanish involvement? Finally, what about Russia if the Coalition fleets suffer significant losses or fail to defeat French control of the Mediterranean?
Let's say the campaign's planner had a pledge to defend the Mediterranean from the Second Coalition's advance [the p.o.d. is no collision between 2 French ships of the line on 12 June or the decision is changed to prevent the British blockades of the Eastern Mediterranean and Malta], what happens?
A better French outcome in the easiest sense is the temporary relief of Malta [until surrendering in 1801], more troops winning the Italian Campaign against Austria and potential adventures to Egypt. What happens next with regards to Admirals Nelson and Keith and would they seek battle? Finally, what about Napoleon's escape?
Also, how would the French Navy fare against Russia and the Ottoman Empire if the latter's fleets meet? Would the French win and if they do, would victory against them boost prestige even with defeats against Britain? And, what about Spanish involvement? Finally, what about Russia if the Coalition fleets suffer significant losses or fail to defeat French control of the Mediterranean?