Anthony Eden (AQA A-Level History): Flashcards
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Year Anthony Eden became PM
Year Anthony Eden became PM
1955
Eden's character flaws
Eden's character flaws
Poor health and temperamental nature
How Eden differed from Churchill on US relations
How Eden differed from Churchill on US relations
Harboured doubts about American judgement and reliability
Main consequence of Baghdad Pact (1955)
Main consequence of Baghdad Pact (1955)
Antagonised Egyptian leader Nasser
Nasser's role in Middle East politics
Nasser's role in Middle East politics
Champion of Arab nationalism
Date Nasser nationalised Suez Canal Company
Date Nasser nationalised Suez Canal Company
26 July 1956
Event in March 1956 that damaged British prestige
Event in March 1956 that damaged British prestige
King Hussein dismissed Glubb Pasha
Sèvres plan (mid-October 1956)
Sèvres plan (mid-October 1956)
Secret plan: Israel attacks Egypt, Britain/France intervene
Date Israeli forces invaded Sinai
Date Israeli forces invaded Sinai
29 October 1956
What undermined British Suez operation in Nov 1956
What undermined British Suez operation in Nov 1956
US financial pressure causing run on the pound