When the Egyptian Khedive went bankrupt in 1875, Disraeli bought almost half of the total shares in the Suez Canal. It was not a majority interest, but for practical purchases, it was a controlling interest.
Egypt had too much debt that they could not pay back. apex British Prime Minister Disreali bought enough shares to gain controlling interest in the canal
The Suez Canal.
Benjamin Disraeli's birth name is Benjamin D'Israeli.
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Benjamin Disraeli was born on December 21, 1804.
The Suez Canal
Benjamin Disraeli was born on December 21, 1804.
The Suez Canal connects the Mediterranean and the Red sea.
The Suez Canal connects the Red Sea to the Mediterranean Sea.The Suez Canal
Disraeli was of Jewish origin.
Benjamin Disraeli