Egypt

__**Colonization of Egypt** __  ==== Great Britain colonized Egypt because of its trade opportunities. Great Britain had relationships with Egypt for a long time through trade. Britain became more and more involved in the matters of Egypt such as finances, government, and even military. Egypt had a abundant supply of spices and gold. Most British people did not see any point in going to Africa. Britain was home to many anti-slavery Protestants who did not approve of the Swahili slave trade that was occurring there. The Suez canal offered financial opportunities which pushed for more control of it. The Suez canal took off six thousand miles form the trade route to India that was made by ship. ====