Why was five forks such an important strategic position for lee and his army?

Tobruk was important in that it represented a point of control in North Africa. I Hope this helps this is the only anwser i got please give me brianlist

the answer is states.

2686-2181 bce-- "egyptian civilization developed along the nile river in large part because the river’s annual flooding ensured reliable, rich soil for growing crops."

1069-664 bce-- "ancient egyptians developed wide-reaching trade networks along the nile, in the red sea, and in the near east."