British Prime Minister Disreali bought enough shares to gain controlling interest in the canal
In 1875, Egypt found itself in debt. As a result it chose to sell its shares of the Suez Canal to Great Britain. The Suez Canal is strategic for trade and defense purposes.
In 1875 England gained controlling interest in the Suez Canal.
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The Suez Canal connects the Mediterranean and the Red sea.
The Suez Canal connects the Red Sea to the Mediterranean Sea.The Suez Canal
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