Gamal Abdel-Nasser and the Middle East

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Discusses the life, rule, accomplishments & failures of the Egyptian leader. Historical background. Rise to power in 1952. Political actions. Nonalignment policy. Relations with Israel. Alliance with Soviet Bloc. 1956 Suez crisis. Nasser's devotion to Pan-Arabism & impact on U.S. relations. Six-day War (1967). Nasser's contribution to Egypt, including land reform, emancipation of women.

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"Gamal Abdel-Nasser and the Middle East
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Gamal Abdel-Nasser is often at the center of a heated controversy whenever Egyptians observe the anniversary of the 23 July 1952 Revolution. The event ended the monarchy and went on to rid Egypt of the last vestiges of Britain's seven.decade occupation, restoring Egypt's status as a leading regional power. Intellectuals and ordinary people alike still debate whether he was a blessing or curse to the country.


Nasser was known for his vehement opposition to Israel and his outspoken criticism of the West, a matter which lost him American and European support, particularly when he embarked on the building of the High Dam, an ambitious project designed to provide Egypt with electricity and protect the country against..."

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