Nasser - arab unity Flashcards
1
Q
When did Nasser overthrow the egyptian government?
A
1952
2
Q
what was the radio station set up by nasser?
A
Voice of the arabs
3
Q
When was the czech arms deal?
A
september 1955
4
Q
What was the czech arms deal
A
Egypt exchanged cotton and rice for weapons, including soviet tanks and aircraft
5
Q
Why was the czech arms deal so important?
A
Nasser was getting rid of western influence
6
Q
What did Nasser do in 1956?
A
He nationalised the suez canal
7
Q
what did nasser say about the suez crisis?
A
He claimed they won because of egyptian resistance, despite him knowing it was the US that save them
8
Q
When did nasser create the UAR and who with?
A
1958
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