SUEZ CRISIS

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Background info

In the 1950s, African nations wanted independence from Europeans, leading to Egypt's 1952 nationalist government led by President Gamal Abdal Nasser

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what did Gamal Abdal Nasser aim to do

establish a moderate nation.

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what happened

In 1956, Nasser took the Suez Canal from British and French control, thinking it threatened their trade routes to Asia and markets, leading to an invasion with Israeli assistance.

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The birth of peacekeeping?

The invasion triggered international tension since the Soviets supported Egypt and suggested the creation of the United Nations Emergency Force while a political settlement was being finalized.

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NOBEL PEACE PRIZE

The United Nations accepted the idea, replacing forces with peacekeeping units, and Lieutenant B. Pearson was awarded the Nobel Peace Prize.

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What was the creation of the United Nations Emergency Force for?

to maintain peace

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Legacy

Canadian troops participated in U.N. peacekeeping from 1960–1964, ensuring a "green line"

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Why was there a green line needed?

to prevent any potential future wars due to Soviet military aid.