The Ba'ath Party’s rise to power in Syria marks a significant turning point in the nation’s political landscape. Formed in the 1940s, the Ba'ath Party promoted Arab nationalism, socialism, and anti-imperialism, gradually building support among various segments of society, especially within the military. The situation faced by the Syrian government prior to the coup was marked by instability, economic struggle, and public discontent, which provided fertile ground for the rise of alternative political movements, particularly the Ba'ath ideology. On January 3, 1966, elements within the military, motivated by the party's revolutionary ideals, executed a coup that swiftly overthrew the existing government. This operation was led by loyalists within the armed forces, who successfully maneuvered to remove free officers who had initially been sympathetic to the Ba'ath cause but were considered too liberal or moderate. Among those who took prominent roles in the new government was Salah Jadid, who advocated for radical changes. The victory solidified the Ba'ath Party's rule, paving the way for extensive changes in policy and governance that would characterize Syria’s political scene for decades.