Egypt again becomes vital to Britain's defense…
1936 CE to 1947 CE
Britain has to assure, if not the wholehearted support of Egypt, at least its acquiescence in British military and political policies during the crisis.
For its part, Egypt considers the war a European conflict and hopes to avoid being entangled in it.
As one Axis victory succeeds another, Egyptians grow increasingly convinced that Germany will win the war.
Some are pleased at the prospect of a German victory, not because they are attracted to the Nazi ideology, but because they view any enemy of their enemy, Britain, as a friend.
Meanwhile, the British are determined to prevent an Egyptian-German alliance.
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The Near and Middle East
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