Key Information
Reference code
FIFTY YEARS WAR 4/7
Title
Transcript of interview, 1997, with Kamel el Din Hussein, Egyptian Army
Date(s)
- 1997 Feb 27 (Creation)
Level of description
Item
Extent
40pp
Scope and content
Typescript transcript of filmed interview with Kamel el Din Hussein, Egyptian artillery officer, describing the establishment of the Arab League Volunteers, their tactics and equipment deficiencies, in fighting against Israel following its declaration of independence in May 1948. Also comments on his role in the Egyptian revolution of 1952, which deposed King Farouk; re-arming of the Egyptian armed forces (1950s) and support for fedayeen attacks following an Israeli attack on Gaza 1955. 40pp