The Suez Canal Crisis: 70 Years On

A talk by Andy Middlemiss on the 1956 Suez Crisis and its impact on post-war geopolitics, raising funds for SSAFA and Culture Perth & Kinross.

This talk marks 70 years since the Suez Crisis of 1956, the confrontation involving Egypt, Israel, the United Kingdom and France that marked a turning point in post-war geopolitics and accelerated the decline of European imperial power. Speaker Andy Middlemiss tells the story of a limited military campaign and a humiliating climb-down for the UK and France. The event runs from 7pm to 8pm and is suitable for adults aged 16 and over. Proceeds are shared between SSAFA and Culture Perth & Kinross.