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Ferdinand de Leseps and the Khedive of Egypt open Suez Canal
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Ferdinand de Leseps and the Khedive of Egypt open Suez Canal
Ferdinand de Leseps (1805-1894) and Isma il Pasha (Ismail the Magnificent) ), the Khedive of Egypt and Sudan open the Suez Canal on 17th November, 1869. Date: 1869
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1869 Canal Ceremony Ferdinand Inauguration Ismail Khedive Lesseps Magnificent Opening Pasha Route Shipping Suez
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This historic photograph captures the momentous occasion of the inauguration of the Suez Canal on 17th November, 1869. In the image, Ferdinand de Lesseps (1805-1894), the French diplomat and engineer, stands proudly next to Isma'il Pasha (Ismail the Magnificent) (1830-1895), the Khedive of Egypt and Sudan. The Suez Canal, a major achievement in transportation and travel history, had been under construction since 1859 and was meant to provide a faster and more efficient maritime route between Europe and Asia. The opening ceremony was held in Egypt, with representatives from various countries in attendance. The Khedive, wearing his regal attire, is seen cutting the ribbon to officially open the canal. The crowd, filled with excitement and anticipation, watches the event unfold. In the background, a ship sails through the canal, symbolizing the newfound connectivity and potential for increased trade and cultural exchange between the continents. The Suez Canal was a significant achievement in engineering and diplomacy, shortening the journey between Europe and Asia by approximately 7,000 kilometers and reducing the travel time by months. The canal played a crucial role in the development of international trade and travel routes, making it a vital component of global commerce and diplomacy for decades to come.
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