1922 AD
Britain declares a limited Egyptian independence
British Empire · Colonization & sovereignty · Resistance & colonized agency · Law & imperial government · Decolonization & independence
Following the 1919 nationalist revolution politically led by Saad Zaghloul’s Wafd, Britain ended the protectorate and recognized Egypt as a sovereign state. It reserved defence, communications, minorities, and Sudan, retaining troops and decisive influence
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