Fall of the Mamluks - 3 Minute History

The transcript details the history of Egypt under Mamluk rule, the invasion by Napoleon, and the subsequent rise of Muhammad Ali. It describes how Muhammad Ali, an Albanian leader, gained control of Egypt by defeating the Mamluks and securing his position through strategic alliances and military actions. The narrative covers the British invasion and Muhammad Ali's consolidation of power, leading to his modernization efforts and the establishment of a dynasty that ruled Egypt until the mid-20th century.

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