
287. Suez Crisis: Lies, Cyanide Pills, & Soviet Tanks (Part 4)
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Nasser's Dramatic Leadership During the Suez Crisis
This chapter explores the tense backdrop of the Suez Crisis, highlighting Nasser's leadership as he faces the Israeli invasion and the threat of Anglo-French intervention. In a dramatic display of commitment, Nasser distributes cyanide tablets to his generals, revealing the complexities of his character and the extreme measures he contemplates to discourage surrender.
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