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1952     Germany     The Western powers and West Germany sign the Bonn Convention. This officially ends military occupation in Germany. However Western troops still remain in Germany as allies.     Egypt     A faction in the Egyptian army called the Free Officers take control of the government. This bloodless coup is led by General Nasser. The monarchy is abolished and Egypt is declared a republic. History of Egypt during the reign of Nasser. Pictures of General Nasser.     Ethiopia     The United States supports Eritrea's federation with Ethiopia. Ethiopia thus gains direct access to the sea. In return for her support, the United States is granted a communications base in Asmara and naval facilities in Massawa. The history of modern Ethiopia.     United States     The United States raises the stakes in the nuclear arms race by the creation of and testing of a hydrogen bomb. The first hydrogn bomb is detonated at Enewetok Atoll in the Marshall Island. << 1951   1953 >>

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