EGYPT: ALL ABOUT THE SUEZ CANAL

THERE WE GO: EGYPT

ALL ABOUT THE SUEZ CANAL 

A long time a man called Vasco de Gama sailed all the way around Africa to reach places like India but, what if there was a shortcut?

This dream came true back in the 19th century, also for Phileas Fogg:

Watch this video and find out this information about the Suez Canal. Then write/colour it on your infographic: 

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qlu5hl1NGgw

1. Who was the engineer who started its construction?
2. How long is it in miles? What about in km? (1 mile = 1,604 km)
3. Who controls it today?
4. How long does it take to sail through?
5. Name a similar canal in America.