Six-Day War
At a glance:
- Series: Magill’s Guide to Military History
- Categories: Religion, Ethics, Military History, Land Acquisition and Expansion, Territory Redistribution
- Subcategories: Wars, Battles, Judaism, Jews, Synagogues, Temples, Islam, Muslims, Mosques
- Curriculum: Middle Eastern History
- Geographical Location: Middle East, Israel, Palestine
- Date: June 5-10, 1967
Article abstract: At issue: Israeli security vs. Arab nationalism. Result: Israeli victory and seizure of Arab land.
Background
The Six-Day War occurred because of Israeli alarm over aggressive Arab behavior. Egyptian President Gamal Abdel Nasser wanted Arab unity under his dominance and at Israel’s expense, but Arab dissension and Nasser’s imperious attitude initially inhibited unified Arab action against Israel. In the mid-1960’s, political realignments and Nasser’s determination created opportunities. Egypt’s receipt of modern weapons from...
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