Elaborate upon the events that led to the Suez Canal crisis in 1956. How did it lead to a final blow to Britain’s self-image as world power? Discuss the relevance of Suez Canal in the contemporary times.

1. Elaborate upon the events that led to the Suez Canal crisis in 1956. How did it lead to a final blow to Britain’s self-image as world power? Discuss the relevance of Suez Canal in the contemporary times. (250 words)

Reference: Indian Express