Suez: Britain's End of Empire in the Middle East

摘要: This title includes a new Foreword by WM. Roger Louis. On 26 July 1956, the British Empire received blow from which it would never recover. this day, Egypt's President Gamal Abdul Nasser nationalized Suez Canal Company, one of gems Britain's imperial portfolio. It was to be fateful day for Britain as world power. Britain, France and Israel subsequently colluded in attacking Egypt, ostensibly - case protect but reality an attempt depose Nasser. The US opposition scheme forced ignominious withdrawal, leaving triumphant marking decisive end era. In this, seminal work on Crisis, Keith Kyle draws wealth documentary evidence tell fascinating political, military diplomatic story. Including introductory material, revised edition classic will essential reading anyone interested history twentieth century, empire.