
A Narrative of the Expedition to Dongola and Sennaar Under the Command of His Excellence Ismael Pasha, undertaken by Order of His Highness Mehemmed Ali Pasha, Viceroy of Egypt, By An American In The Service Of The Viceroy
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Authors:
- English, George Bethune
1787 - 1828
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In the early 19th century, the ambitions of Mehemmed Ali Pasha propelled an expedition into the heart of Sudan, aiming to expand Egypt's influence. "A Narrative of the Expedition to Dongola and Sennaar Under the Command of His Excellence Ismael Pasha, undertaken by Order of His Highness Mehemmed Ali Pasha, Viceroy of Egypt" by George Bethune English offers a detailed account of this military venture. The narrative captures the complexities of colonial ambition and the strategic importance of the Nile, while revealing the challenges faced by the expeditionary force. Ideal for historians and students of military history, this document provides invaluable insights into the era's geopolitical dynamics and the motivations behind imperial expansion.