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François-Paul de Brueys — Vice-admiral, 1753–1798
Vice-admiral commanding the Egyptian expedition’s fleet, he refused to leave his quarterdeck and died at his post. (Editorial synthesis)
Recorded battle commanded: the Battle of the Nile (French navy).
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