In January 1797, Delmas marched his division to join the Army of Italy. In March 1797 he was placed under the command of General Joubert. In April of that year Delmas singled out by General Napoleon Bonaparte and rebuked for beating his troops with his cane. Delmas saw combat in 1799 at Pastrengo during the Battle of Verona and at the Battle of Magnano. Following these battles, Delmas was sent back to the Army of the Rhine.