The Suez Crisis
Essential Histories: War and Conflict in Modern Times
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.
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Series Review: Essential Histories: War and Conflict in Modern Times"Clearly written for a high school audience, the hooks provide an in-depth look at politics, battles, and strategies. Gulf War, for example, covers not only important individual battles, but also discusses why a full-scale invasion was not completed, and provides an understanding of how the events of that war led to the current invasion of Iraq. The texts offer civilian perspectives on the action as well as detailed insight into the motivations, events, and outcomes of the wars."
--Alana Abbott, James Blackstone Memorial Library, School Library Journal
