The Suez Canal Crisis: 70 Years On

The Suez Crisis of 1956 was a pivotal confrontation involving Egypt, Israel, the United Kingdom, and France.

It marked a turning point in post-war geopolitics and accelerated the decline of European imperial power.

Come and listen to Andy Middlemiss telling the story of a limited military campaign and a humiliating climb-down for the UK and France.Proceeds from this talk will be shared between SSAFA and Culture Perth & Kinross.Suitable for ages 16+.