Isma'il Pasha
Egyptian Politician and Khedive
Born
December 31st, 1830
194 years ago
Died
March 2nd, 1895
130 years ago — 64 years old
Category
Leaders & Politicians
Country
Egypt
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Served as the Khedive of Egypt and Sudan from 1863 until deposed in 1879. Implemented a series of modernization reforms focusing on agriculture, transportation, and education. Promoted the expansion of the Suez Canal and supported infrastructure projects that boosted trade. His administration, however, led to significant debt, prompting foreign intervention in Egypt's financial affairs. After his deposition, the administration of Egypt transitioned to British control.
Modernized Egypt's infrastructure
Expanded the Suez Canal
Introduced agricultural reforms
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