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They wanted access to the Suez Canal. Once they took control of Egypt they could took control of Egyptian government. Then without anyone to hold then back, they heavily taxed the Suez Canal because it was the fastest rout for Europeans to get to India and China. If it wasn't for the Suez Canal, then the merchants would have to go all around Africa. An easier way to understand this would be to look at a map. The Suez canal is where there is a small bit of land connecting Europe and Africa, but there is also ways for boats to get through.
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When were the Britain's in Egypt?
1882-1922
What country ruled Egypt in 1882?
Britain
Is Egypt colonized by great Britain?
NO. While the specific term "colony" is disputable in terms of Britain's historic relationship with Egypt, it is fair to say that Britain had military force and control over Egyptian affairs from 1882-1954. After the Officer's Uprising in 1954, Egypt became a completely independent nation.
How did the takeover of the Suez canal in 1882 shape the future for north Africa?
Britain conquered Egypt and turned it into a british protectorate
Why did Britain colonize Sudan in 1820?
To limit the power of imperial rivals to secure egypt and therefore the canal, shares etc
How did great Britten protect her interests in Egypt in 1882?
First she stopped in chicago to meet Oprah but she wasnt there. the end.
When did Egypt declare its independence?
Britain took control of Egypt in 1882 but then relinquished most control in 1992 by issuing Unilateral Declaration of Egyptian Independence. Britain still retained some control over its former protectorate, and Egypt officially declared its independence during the Egyptian Revolution of 1952.
Why did Britain make Egypt a protectorate?
They took control of Egypt because of the Suez Canal ( Connection of Africa to west India)
What year did Britain take over Egypt?
The British defeated the Egyptian Army at Tel El-Kebir in September of 1882 and were thus able to control the entire country.
When was Egypt part of the british empire?
1882-1992(they regained formal independence). In 1956 they were a free country
When did the United Kingdom conqure Egypt?
1882
What year did England colonize Egypt?
1882
