 It was in this role that Redmill and his ship participated in the invasion of Egypt in 1801, landing troops from the Foot Guards at Aboukir Bay.For this and other vital transportation services, Redmill was granted a large gold medal by Selim III, Sultan of the Ottoman Empire.Granted the "Polyphemus" in 1805 and attached to Admiral Nelson's fleet off Cadiz, Redmill was not expected to take a major role in the fighting to follow.