Crisis in Lebanon: The Forgotten 1958 U.S. Military Intervention

In this historic footage from 1958, witness a pivotal Cold War moment when President Eisenhower deployed U.S. Marines to Lebanon during a regional crisis following Iraq's revolution. This Universal Newsreel captures rare footage of American troops landing in Beirut to "protect American lives and property" and support the Lebanese government against perceived threats of communist influence in the Middle East.
The footage shows the unusual reception of U.S. Marines by curious locals, fighter bombers providing air cover, and troops securing strategic locations while avoiding direct conflict with rebel groups. Also featured is President Eisenhower's address to the nation explaining this controversial decision, emphasizing America's commitment to "principles of justice and international law" rather than material gain.
This operation, lasting from July 15 to October 25, 1958, represents one of America's lesser-known military interventions during the Cold War period and provides fascinating insights into U.S. foreign policy of the era.
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