The end of the UAR Flashcards
1
Q
When was the height of Arab Nationalism?
A
1958
2
Q
Reasons for decline in Arab Nationalism?
A
Iraqi government puts its interests first and didn’t join UAR
Formation of UAR turned into disillusionment in Syria
Army and government of UAR dominated by Egyptians
3
Q
What did Syrian Army officers do in September 1961?
A
Carried out a coup against those who humiliated Syria
4
Q
What did the Syrian PM want at the time?
A
A close alliance with Egypt still.
