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Muslim Brotherhood Founded
Muslim Brotherhood founded by Hassan al-Banna. -
Hosni Mubarak Comes into Power
Mubarak seemed to be a promising leader since he was appointed to Vice President of Egypt in 1975. Even before this he was a career officer in the Egyptian Air force as a commander from 1972 to 1975 where he rose to the rank of Air Chief Marshal. -
The "Day of Revolt"
Protests begin to ripple throughout Egypt, first in Cairo, where hundreds of protesters gathered, then throughout the other cities. There were some civilian and police casualties, but mostly the protests were nonviolent demonstrations against Hosni Mubarak's regime. -
"Friday of Anger" Protests
After Friday prayers, thousands of protesters demonstrated in Cairo and other ciites. The leader of the opposition, Mohamed ElBaradei arrived in Cairo. There were reports of looting, and burned-down prisons. The military was deployed, yet despite fears of violence, there were relatively few reports of deaths. Clashes then began between Pro-Mubarak and rebel demonstrators, and the military presence increased. -
"Incident of the Camel" Protests
Violence sharply increased between Pro-Mubarak and Anti-Mubarak demonstrators in Tahrir Square. Meanwhile, Mubarak continued to refuse stepping down, and some specualtions suggested that the escalating violence towards reporters and journalists was encouraged by Mubarak. -
Mubarak Steps Down
Hosni Mubarak stepped down as the President of Egypt after eighteen days of demonstrations during the many protests in 2011. After his resignation, power was transferred to the Supreme Council of Armed Forces. Mubarak was then taken in with his two sons to be questioned for corruption and abuse of power. -
The "Friday of Departure"
Protests continued, after a statement from Mubarak was released stating that he would delegate some of his powers to his Vice President, instead of resigning as many expected. At 6:00 local time, Vice President Suleiman announced Mubarak's resignation, and entrusted leadership of the country to the military. Celebrations followed. -
Mohamed Morsi Is Elected
After elections held throughout Egypt in May-June 2012, Morsi emerges as the winner against Ahmid Shafik, Hosni Mubarak's last prime minister. -
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Ever since Morsi took over leadership of Egypt, the country seemed to be heading towards a brighter future of democracy. So, how did it spiral out of control again? Click to find out... -
Morsi Announces Expanded Powers
In late November, Muhamed Morsi granted himself powers above any court, under the claim that he needed those powers to help remove what was left of the Mubarak-era regime. With his additional authority, he ordered the re-trial of deposed leader Hosni Mubarak. Afterwards, he and other political allies from an Islamist-dominated Parliament drafted a constitution supposedly favoring Islam. With his new decrees and authority, this new devlopment caused genuine concern. -
Major Anti-Morsi Protests Begin
After Morsi was granted unlimited power, many liberal, Christian, and left-wing Egyptian citizens hit the streets and began to protest against Morsi. -
Morsi is Ousted
Morsi was removed from office on June 3, 2013. Until Egypt finds a new leader, the interim government is run by the military. He was ousted after being given an ultimatum to resign as the president of Egypt.
