In July 1956 President Nasser of Egypt nationalized the Suez Canal, causing immediate concern to Britain and France. Together with Israel, Britain and France hatched a plot to occupy the Canal Zone and overthrow Nasser.

Formerly CIP. Includes maps of: Kadesh, Opening Phase - Israel Attacks Sinai, 29-30 October 1956; Mitla Pass, 29-31 October 1956; Deadlock in Central Sinai, 31 October 1956; Abu Aoueigila, 30 October-1 November 1956; Rout - the War Transforms as Egypt Retreats from Sinai, 1 November 1956; Rafah al-Arish and the Gaza Strip, 31 October-3 November 1956; Israel Secures Sinai while Britain and France Invade the Canal Zone, 2-7 November 1956; Sharm el-Sheikh, 5 November 1956.