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Osprey Essential Histories 49 : The Suez Crisis 1956
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. Text by Derek Varble.
Contents
- Introduction
- Chronology
- Background to War
- Warring Sides
- Outbreak
- The Fighting
- Portrait of a Soldier
- The World around War
- Portrait of a Civilian
- How the War Ended
- Conclusion and Consequences
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