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38. Sykes-Picot: Carving up the Middle-East

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Echoes of the Crusades: French Influence in the Middle East

This chapter explores the lasting impact of the Crusades on France's perspective and policy regarding the Middle East. It delves into historical involvement in the Ottoman Empire and the strategic significance of Egypt and the Suez Canal, while highlighting the role of French education in shaping regional dynamics.

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