The Yom Kippur War

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Kippur War in next to no time with this concise guide.

50Minutes.com provides a clear and engaging analysis of the Yom Kippur War.On
6 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 finally came to an end
after several negotiations, US intervention and the forced establishment of a
cease-fire.

In just 50 minutes you will:
   • Understand the political and social context of the 1970s and how this led
to the outbreak of the conflict
   • Identify key figures who contributed to the development and outcome of
the war
   • Analyse the impact the conflict has had on the Middle East

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