Evelyn Baring, 1st Earl of Cromer, was a British statesman, diplomat and colonial administrator. He served as the British controller-general in Egypt during 1879, part of the international control which oversaw Egyptian finances after the Egyptian bankruptcy of 1876. He later became the agent and consul-general in Egypt from 1883 to 1907 during the British occupation, prompted by the Urabi revolt. This position gave Baring de facto control over Egyptian finances and governance.
- Occupation
- politician, diplomat, statesperson, consul general
- Position held
- Member of the Privy Council of the United Kingdom, ambassador, member of the House of Lords
- Citizenship
- United Kingdom of Great Britain and Ireland, United Kingdom
