SOCIAL DEVELOPMENTS - BRIEF Flashcards
What was the Suez Crisis?
In 1956, Britain, France, and Israel invaded Egypt after Nasser took over the Suez Canal.
Why did Britain and France invade Egypt?
They wanted to keep control of the Suez Canal and limit Nasser’s power.
What happened to Britain after the Suez Crisis?
Britain was forced to withdraw and its world power status was weakened.
What happened to Prime Minister Eden after the Suez Crisis?
He resigned because of the failure of the invasion.
What are ‘stop-go’ policies?
Switching between growing the economy (go) and slowing it down to control inflation (stop).
Why did Britain use stop-go policies?
To try to manage economic growth and stop inflation.
What problems did stop-go policies cause?
They made the economy unstable and short-term focused.
How did the Suez Crisis affect Britain’s relationship with America?
It damaged it because the USA did not support Britain’s actions.
How did other countries react to the Suez Crisis?
The USA and USSR forced Britain and France to leave Egypt.
What did the Suez Crisis show about the British Empire?
It showed that Britain was no longer a major world power.
When was the Suez Crisis?
1956.
Who was British Prime Minister during the Suez Crisis?
Anthony Eden.
What did Nasser do that caused the Suez Crisis?
He nationalised the Suez Canal.
Which three countries invaded Egypt?
Britain, France, and Israel.
What was the result of the Suez Crisis for Britain?
Britain lost power and prestige.
What are ‘stop-go’ policies linked to?
Managing growth and inflation in the economy.
Who forced Britain to withdraw from Egypt?
The USA and USSR.
What did the Suez Crisis reveal about Britain’s empire?
Britain was no longer a global superpower.
