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Suez Crisis, The - 1956

By: Osprey

Type: Softcover

Product Line: Essential Histories - 20th Century Conflicts Excluding the World Wars

MSRP old price: $19.95


Product Info

Title
Suez Crisis, The - 1956
Publisher
Category
Author
Derek Varble
Publish Year
2003
Pages
96
Dimensions
6.75x9.75x.375"
NKG Part #
2147343511
MFG. Part #
OSPESS049
Type
Softcover
Series
ESS49

Description

In July 1956 Egyptian President Gamal Nasser nationalized the Suez Canal, causing immediate concern to Britain and France. They already opposed Nasser and were worried at the threat to maritime traffic in the Canal. This book traces the course of subsequent events. Together with Israel, Britain and France hatched a plot to occupy the Canal Zone and overthrow Nasser. Israel attacked Sinai, and Britain and France launched offensives throughout Egypt, but strategic failures overshadowed tactical success. Finally, Britain, France and Israel bowed to international pressure and withdrew, leaving the Suez Canal, and Egypt, firmly in the hands of President Nasser.