February 1876Purchase of Suez Canal SharesJules Dufaure
French ministers monitor the British purchase while French private shareholders remain the canal company's majority interest.
Historical records for France in 1876, rendered directly from the World History Database and ordered by month, day and event.
French ministers monitor the British purchase while French private shareholders remain the canal company's majority interest.
Continues to lead the Suez Canal Company after the British Government becomes a major shareholder.
Appointed Deputy
Elected to the Chamber of Deputies
Appointed Senator
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