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Lions Share Disraeli

THE LIONs SHARE Disraeli buys Suez Canal shares to secure the safety of the passage to India

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1876 Buys Canal D Israeli Lions Passage Safety Secure Share Shares Suez


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This print, titled "Lions Share Disraeli," depicts a pivotal moment in the history of the Suez Canal and the British Empire. The image, published in 1876, shows Prime Minister Benjamin Disraeli proudly holding a lion's share of a cake, symbolizing his acquisition of Suez Canal shares. The event took place during a critical time in history when the safety and security of the passage to India were of paramount importance to the British government. The Suez Canal, which connects the Mediterranean Sea to the Red Sea, had been completed just a few years prior, in 1869. This new waterway significantly reduced the time and cost of shipping goods between Europe and the Indian subcontinent. However, the canal's strategic location also made it a valuable asset for various global powers, including Britain, France, and Russia. In an effort to secure the canal's safety and maintain British influence, Disraeli, who served as Prime Minister from 1868 to 1874 and again from 1874 to 1880, purchased a substantial number of shares in the Suez Canal Company. This investment not only bolstered Britain's economic interests but also provided a political advantage, as it allowed the country to exert greater control over the canal's operations. This cartoon, created by an unknown artist, captures the essence of Disraeli's bold move and the significance of the Suez Canal to the British Empire. The lion's share represents the power and influence that came with this strategic investment, while the lion itself symbolizes the strength and might of the British Empire. This historical print is an intriguing reminder of the political maneuverings and global events that shaped the world during the late 19th century.

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