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“Even though Egypt had material prosperity, the British held exclusive political control: British officials held all key administrative positions and filled the top ranks of the civil service. However skilled an Egyptian, there were barriers beyond which he could not advance.” — Leila Ahmed
Even though Egypt had material prosperity, the British held exclusive political control: British officials held all key administrative positions and filled the top ranks of the civil service. However skilled an Egyptian, there were barriers beyond which he could not advance.