Description Create a diorama of the French campaign to Egypt and add a real gem to your Napoleonic collection! Although Napoleon Bonaparte is mainly associated with campaigns in Europe, his most exotic and fascinating expedition took place far beyond the old continent, on the banks of the Nile, in the shadow of the pyramids. Thanks to the "Egyptian Campaign 1798-1801" set from COBI, you can now recreate one of the most unexpected episodes in French history and the entire Napoleonic era: the Egyptian Campaign. Build a historical diorama from the time when Bonaparte's army not only fought, but also explored, discovered and documented the heritage of ancient Egypt. Join the discoverers of the mysterious Rosetta Stone and experience this extraordinary expedition up close! The Egypt Expedition - war, science and ... archaeology! In 1798, instead of conquering Great Britain, Napoleon opted for an unexpected destination: Egypt. Although the campaign had a military basis, it was also accompanied by a scientific mission. 167 scholars were on board the French ships. The expedition began with the conquest of Alexandria, followed by a victory in the famous Battle of the Pyramids. However, the situation quickly deteriorated when Admiral Nelson's fleet destroyed Napoleon's ships at Abukir, cutting his army off from France. Although the Egyptian expedition ended in military defeat, it brought Europe something far more significant: an enormous increase in interest in ancient Egypt. It was during this time that the Rosetta Stone was discovered, which later enabled the decipherment of hieroglyphics and founded modern Egyptology. The set contains: - A figure of General Jean-Baptiste Kléber - a charismatic and experienced commander who took command of the Eastern Army after Napoleon's return to France. - A figure of Lieutenant Pierre-François Bouchard - a young French officer of the Pioneer Corps who, on July 15, 1799, made one of the most important archaeological discoveries of all time: the Rosetta Stone. - A Mamluk figure - a representative of the elite Muslim cavalry that formed Egypt's main defensive force in the battles against the French troops. The figurine is designed with great attention to detail: from the turban and robe to the traditional sabre. - A model of the Rosetta Stone with an imprint - an absolutely unique piece. The stone is reproduced as a model with a durable imprint showing a fragment of the characteristic trilingual inscription (hieroglyphics, Demotic and Greek). This discovery later made it possible to decipher the Egyptian hieroglyphs and revolutionized our knowledge of ancient Egypt. - A fragment of the Egyptian landscape - a miniature diorama over 20 centimeters long depicting a section of the Nile Valley. Here you will find a date palm, a coastal strip with delicate vegetation and a section of a desert landscape. - A decorative plaque with the name of the set - an elegant block with the long-lasting imprint "Campagne d'Égypte 1798-1801" - fits perfectly into the display case. This detail gives the set a professional touch and makes it a real eye-catcher on the shelf. Advantages of the "Campagne d'Égypte (1798-1801)" set: High-quality workmanship - The set is characterized by high precision and attention to detail. It does not contain any conventional stickers, but only high-quality prints that guarantee the longevity and excellent appearance of the model for many years to come. Mini diorama - A compact diorama measuring over 20 cm with a section of the Nile Valley, the Rosetta Stone and a desert landscape in the background. All these elements make the set perfect both as a toy and as part of larger scenes or collectors' dioramas. Intuitive instructions - Thanks to the simple and understandable instructions, building the set is no problem even for less experienced model builders. Ideal for young and old - The set is perfect for young model builders (aged 6 and over) and awakens enthusiasm for the history and culture of ancient Egypt. At the same time, it is a real eye-catcher on the shelf of an experienced collector who would like to have a model from the "Napoleonic Wars" series in their collection. Large selection - Discover other sets from the "Napoleonic Wars" series, combine them and create your own scenarios! Build the pyramids and recreate the battle beneath them, recapture Alexandria or lead Napoleon's troops as you wish and rewrite history! By building a scene from the Egyptian campaign, you will learn both the dramatic history of the Eastern Army and the groundbreaking significance of the discovery of the Rosetta Stone. Did you know that Napoleon himself spent a night in the Pyramid of Cheops and that its monuments inspired his scholars so much that they wrote a twelve-volume work, the "Description de l'Égypte"? Now you can immerse yourself in this fascinating world. Large selection - Discover more sets from the NAPOLEONIC WARS series, combine them and create your own scenarios! Build the pyramids and recreate the battle beneath them, recapture Alexandria or lead Napoleon's troops as you wish and rewrite history! By building a scene from the Egyptian campaign, you will learn more about the dramatic history of the Eastern Army and the groundbreaking significance of the discovery of the Rosetta Stone. Did you know that Napoleon himself spent a night in the Great Pyramid and that its monuments inspired his scholars so much that they wrote a twelve-volume work: the Description de l'Égypte (Description of Egypt). Immerse yourself in this world now without leaving your home. What are you waiting for? Build the diorama, set up the figures and join Napoleon in making history! 243 high quality parts Made in the EU by a company with over 35 years of tradition Meets the safety standards for children's products Fully compatible with other building block brands Only durable prints, no stickers Clear and intuitive instructions with illustrations and step-by-step instructions 3 figures/1 horse Model dimensions (L x W x H): 220 x 95 x 120 mm