29 oct. 1956 - Suez Crisis 1956
Description:
Invasion of Egypt by Israel, UK and France to regain control of the Suez Canal for Western powers and remove Egyptian President Nasser who had nationalised the Suez Canal Company. Pressure from the US, the Soviets, and the UN forced the invaders to withdraw. Signified end of Britain's role as a superpower.Ajouté au bande de temps:
Date:
29 oct. 1956
Maintenaint
~ Il y a 68 ans