Underestimating Opposition and Ottoman Reaction

Relations between France and other great powers deteriorate. The Army of the Orient occupies Cairo, and the French immediately run into difficulties governing.  Napoleon makes a major decision that could have huge ramifications for the expedition, and for his own destiny.

Minor correction: during the fourth minute, "dawn of the 18th century" should be "dawn of the 19th century."

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