Britain's Revival and Fall in the Gulf

by Simon C. Smith

Britain's relationship with the Gulf region remains one of the few unexplored episodes in the study of British decolonization. The decision, announced in 1968, to leave the Gulf within three years represented an explicit recognition by Britain that its 'East of Suez' role was at an end. This book examines the decision-making process which underpinned this reversal and considers the interaction between British decision-making, and local responses and initiatives, in shaping the modern Gulf. Using sources previously unavailable to scholars, Britain's Revival and Fall in the Gulf is a valuable addition to the studies on the modern Gulf.

220 pages, Hardcover

First published January 1, 2004

Reviews

[J.M. Hushour · Rating 4 out of 5]

Primarily focused on the formation of the UAE, a much more troubled affair than one would normally assume given their current coherence, and the travails of Bahrain and Qatar over the issue. Also includes an interesting summary of the US/UK divisions over the British withdrawal from East of Suez and the resultant American interests in Kuwait and Bahrain.

[Sara Al Blooshi · Rating 4 out of 5]

Gives you great insights on how much effort it took one man to make this country happen.