Students will trace the rocky road towards peace in this part of the world. The Arab-Israeli conflict, Cold War tensions between the U.S. and the Soviet Union, and the region's vast oil reserves are each examined as reasons for U.S. involvement in the Middle East over the past 50 years. From the creation of the state of Israel through the Gulf War, this comprehensive program charts the role the United States in the region, highlighting the major figures and events that have made the Middle Est such a volatile area of the world. Teacher's guide included. DVD features: Spanish language track, chapter selection, and interactive assessment tool. .