The Yom Kippur War

On 6th October 1973, the Egyptians and Syrians attacked the Sinai Peninsula and the Golan Heights, which had fallen into the hands of the Israelis. One of the most dramatic conflicts of the Arab-Israeli hostilities, the fighting finally came to an end after several negotiations, US intervention and the forced establishment of a cease-fire.This book is a practical and accessible guide to understanding more about the Yom Kippur War, providing you with the essential information and saving time.In 50 minutes you will be able to: Understand the political and social context of the 1970s and how this led to the outbreak of the conflict Identify the main actors in the conflict and their actions Analyze the outcome of the conflict and the impact this had on the future of the Middle EastABOUT 50MINUTES.COM | History Culture50MINUTES.COM provides the tools to quickly understand the main events, people, conflicts and...