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Suez Crisis: A History from Beginning to End
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In 1956, Britain, France, and Israel launched an invasion of Egypt. For Britain and France, the main objective was to secure control over the vital Suez Canal and to re-emphasize their place as significant world powers. For Israel, the issue was defeating a hostile and powerful Arab neighbor.
This conflict took place during a period of rising tension between the two nations that had emerged as global superpowers following the end of World War the United States of America and the Soviet Union. Both had nuclear weapons, and during what became known as the Suez Crisis, the Soviet leader, Nikita Khrushchev, threatened to intervene if British, French, and Israeli troops did not withdraw from Egypt. While the US refused to support Britain, France, or Israel in their conflict with Egypt, it might have been forced to intervene if the Soviet Union had become involved. This was one of a few moments when the Cold War seemed close to becoming a global conflict, but strangely, and unlike other periods of tension such as the Berlin Airlift and the Cuban Missile Crisis, the Suez Crisis is now largely forgotten.
Just why did Britain and France go to war with Egypt in 1956? Why did they succeed on the battlefield but fail so spectacularly to achieve their aims, and what was the consequence in terms of the balance of power during the Cold War? In this book, we delve into the forgotten story of a moment when the post-World War world changed the Suez Crisis.
Discover a plethora of topics such as Revolution in EgyptNationalization of the Suez CanalOperation MusketeerThe Anglo-French CampaignThe National and International ResponseCeasefireAnd much more!
So if you want a concise and informative book on the Suez Crisis, simply scroll up and click the "Buy now" button for instant access!
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In 1956, Britain, France, and Israel launched an invasion of Egypt. For Britain and France, the main objective was to secure control over the vital Suez Canal and to re-emphasize their place as significant world powers. For Israel, the issue was defeating a hostile and powerful Arab neighbor.
This conflict took place during a period of rising tension between the two nations that had emerged as global superpowers following the end of World War the United States of America and the Soviet Union. Both had nuclear weapons, and during what became known as the Suez Crisis, the Soviet leader, Nikita Khrushchev, threatened to intervene if British, French, and Israeli troops did not withdraw from Egypt. While the US refused to support Britain, France, or Israel in their conflict with Egypt, it might have been forced to intervene if the Soviet Union had become involved. This was one of a few moments when the Cold War seemed close to becoming a global conflict, but strangely, and unlike other periods of tension such as the Berlin Airlift and the Cuban Missile Crisis, the Suez Crisis is now largely forgotten.
Just why did Britain and France go to war with Egypt in 1956? Why did they succeed on the battlefield but fail so spectacularly to achieve their aims, and what was the consequence in terms of the balance of power during the Cold War? In this book, we delve into the forgotten story of a moment when the post-World War world changed the Suez Crisis.
Discover a plethora of topics such as Revolution in EgyptNationalization of the Suez CanalOperation MusketeerThe Anglo-French CampaignThe National and International ResponseCeasefireAnd much more!
So if you want a concise and informative book on the Suez Crisis, simply scroll up and click the "Buy now" button for instant access!
115 pages, Kindle Edition
Published July 30, 2023
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September 19, 2023
Largely Forgotten War with Tremendous Consequences
Suez Crisis was planned by Israel, Britain and France when Nassar came to power in Egypt and nationalized the Suez Canal. The ramifications were severe as Britain and France relied on the canal to transport oil from the Persian Gulf. The Egyptian army fared poorly and only pressure from the United States and the United Nations stopped the invasion. Eisenhower forced Britain out of the war by damaging their currency. France justifiably felt betrayed when Britain withdrew without even discussing it with them. This has resulted in strained relations between France and the United States. The war placed Israel as one of the top powers in the Middle East in spite of its size. It also increased Arab Nationalism. This is a short book that discusses strategies, battles, diplomacy and consequences.
Suez Crisis was planned by Israel, Britain and France when Nassar came to power in Egypt and nationalized the Suez Canal. The ramifications were severe as Britain and France relied on the canal to transport oil from the Persian Gulf. The Egyptian army fared poorly and only pressure from the United States and the United Nations stopped the invasion. Eisenhower forced Britain out of the war by damaging their currency. France justifiably felt betrayed when Britain withdrew without even discussing it with them. This has resulted in strained relations between France and the United States. The war placed Israel as one of the top powers in the Middle East in spite of its size. It also increased Arab Nationalism. This is a short book that discusses strategies, battles, diplomacy and consequences.
January 3, 2025
This is a well-written explanation of the Suez crisis and the geopolitical relationships that were affected by this quick conflict between the British, French, and Israeli, versus the Egyptians. One thing I appreciated was the clear explanation of Great Britain's decline during and after WWII. This discussion explained that England was financially decimated by the wars and did not realize that they could only fight with support.
I remember there being discussion about the Suez Canal and the unrest in the 1950s but this put the story in clear relief. It is very readable and understandable. The analysis shows the change in geopolitical strengths after WWII. Overall score = E.
I remember there being discussion about the Suez Canal and the unrest in the 1950s but this put the story in clear relief. It is very readable and understandable. The analysis shows the change in geopolitical strengths after WWII. Overall score = E.
September 1, 2023
I found the book very interesting and informative - having visited that part of the world, I wanted to know more about this.
The Suez Canal, a man made waterway opened in 1869 and made it easier to ship goods between Europe and Asia. The crisis began in 1956 when the Egyptian President Nasser nationalized it. Because of this Israeli, British and French forces attacked Egypt.
The book is concise but covers all the relevant information.
The Suez Canal, a man made waterway opened in 1869 and made it easier to ship goods between Europe and Asia. The crisis began in 1956 when the Egyptian President Nasser nationalized it. Because of this Israeli, British and French forces attacked Egypt.
The book is concise but covers all the relevant information.
October 17, 2024
In light of the ongoing battle Israel and Hamas in the Gaza Strip, this book is the key to understanding this event. This book will explain Israel's willingness to ignore world opinion and fight alone against their enemies. It is also interesting to see how both the past and the present in this tiny sliver of real estate draw Western nations into becoming involved with Israel's political and military strategy.
December 16, 2023
This short read highlights the Suez Crisis of 1956 and why it became a conflict among Egypt, France, England and Israel. This short book really layouts how governments undermine and conceals the truth and why so many believe that deep state political (and media power) exists beyond those that they elect and listen.
December 6, 2024
concise summary
Let’s establish that I’m not a history connoisseur. I read this book to understand what the contributing factors in the Middle East unrest were since all the world history courses I had were very sketchy after WWII and Korean Conflict. The book does summarize the moving parts to the conflicts within the Middle East from WWII to the mid 1960’s.
Let’s establish that I’m not a history connoisseur. I read this book to understand what the contributing factors in the Middle East unrest were since all the world history courses I had were very sketchy after WWII and Korean Conflict. The book does summarize the moving parts to the conflicts within the Middle East from WWII to the mid 1960’s.
August 23, 2023
Suez Crisis
This is one area of history I was not familiar with so really enjoyed reading this book to learn more about the Suez Crisis. The book did a good job of pointing out how what happened then has led to today's issues. Very well written and edited. Very informative read.
This is one area of history I was not familiar with so really enjoyed reading this book to learn more about the Suez Crisis. The book did a good job of pointing out how what happened then has led to today's issues. Very well written and edited. Very informative read.
October 24, 2023
Concise and engaging read
Well organized presentation of this important historical event. Very compelling and comprehensive in explaining the geopolitical impacts to today's complex global interdependencies and tensions. Well done!
Well organized presentation of this important historical event. Very compelling and comprehensive in explaining the geopolitical impacts to today's complex global interdependencies and tensions. Well done!
August 8, 2023
Bad deal
Nasser should have been kicked out but America only thought about what she
wanted America has never won a war without help but this was a very good book well written
Nasser should have been kicked out but America only thought about what she
wanted America has never won a war without help but this was a very good book well written
September 20, 2023
Development of the Suez Crisis
Excellently highlights the sequence of events that led to the Suez Crisis and it's lasting affects on the rest of the world.
Excellently highlights the sequence of events that led to the Suez Crisis and it's lasting affects on the rest of the world.
November 1, 2023
Turning point Anglo-French colonialism
A very good analysis of the decline of European colonialism leading to the Cold War and Russian and American imperialism.
A very good analysis of the decline of European colonialism leading to the Cold War and Russian and American imperialism.
October 15, 2024
Good informative book
I like the information provided but missing illustrations of war photos could add more excitement. Waiting next new similar war type content.
I like the information provided but missing illustrations of war photos could add more excitement. Waiting next new similar war type content.
November 4, 2024
helped
Reading this helped to clarify the reasoning and outcome of this historic crisis. It is Easy to follow and understand.
Reading this helped to clarify the reasoning and outcome of this historic crisis. It is Easy to follow and understand.
December 10, 2024
Great book!
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