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Military seize power: Iran & Turkey
Ruins of empires challenged by reformist groups, military officers take over in alliance with nationalist forces. (early 1920s) -
Turkey abolishes Caliphate
Mustafa Kemal did so by creating a part and ensuring it won elections. -
Kemalism Ideology
Republicanism, statism, nationalism, populism, secularism, reform. Mustafa Kemal. -
French leave Syria&Lebanon
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Palestine War
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Egyptian Free Officers Coup
Opened way for 1954 Brit agreement for final withdrawal + Sudan independence 1956. Brought Nasser to power! -
Decision to build Aswan High Dam
Part of economic development in Egypt. During Suez invasion nationalised foreign property. 5 year plan 1960-5, more nationalisation. -
Tunisia&Morocco Independence
Caused by Algerian revolts in 1954, French freed these two. Algeria only free 1962. -
United Arab Republic
Egypt and Syria, only lasted till 61. Helped expand Syrias economy by exports for brief period.