nasser Flashcards
1
Q
why did Nasser become leader of Egypt
A
as king Farouks weak defence in the Arab Israeli war caused resentment
2
Q
why did tension increase between Israel and Egypt when Nasser became leader
A
israeli attacks on Gaza
3
Q
when did Nasser become leader
A
1954
4
Q
what is imperialism
A
when one country has a lot of power over another country
5
Q
give 3 new policies under Nasser
A
80,000 British troops held the Suez Canal which Egyptians resented so her asked them to leave and they withdrew
-to try and ease inequality he began re distributing fertile land tp poorer people
-started a programme to build hospitals and schools which were cheap or free for Egyptian use
6
Q
what did Nasser want
A
independence
prosperity
pride
