1893-1976
Eastern Europe
(372) documents
1908- 1985
Middle East
Northern Africa
September 1, 1957
America sends warships into Syrian territorial waters, and regional powers calibrate their postures.
1956
King Saud's visit to Syria sparks conversations among Syrian politicians regarding American involvement and the Fertile Crescent Project.
April 1, 1955
Communists seize on al-Malki's assassination for political gain against Anglo-American policies.
February 1, 1951
Three Turkish missions will visit Syria in February to study Syrian history, culture, and social development. As well, Turkey has asked the U.S. to send troops to protect Syria and Lebanon.
August 3, 1949
The Russian Commission is showing interest in the Middle East, especially in Turkish-Syrian collaboration and American and British support for a Turkish fight against communism.