War PlanningNovember 1972
Provides military estimates that help convince President Sadat that Egypt can fight a limited war against Israel.
Historical person
Ahmed Ismail Ali Biography
Historical biography and chronological timeline for Ahmed Ismail Ali, based on 8 World History Database records associated with Egypt.
8 records1972–19736 events3 places
Chronological biography
1972
1973
War Planning12 September 1973
Meets President Hafez al-Assad in Cairo to secretly discuss the joint Egyptian-Syrian war plan.
Mobilization26 September 1973
Egypt and Syria publicly describe troop concentrations as routine maneuvers while preparing for war.
Crossing of Suez Canal6 October 1973
Egyptian forces begin the canal crossing during Operation Badr at the opening of the war.
Suez Canal6 October 1973
Egyptian commandos and assault troops cross the Suez Canal as the Egyptian offensive begins.
Sinai Offensive11 October 1973
Orders preparation for an eastward Sinai offensive intended to relieve pressure on Syria and draw Israeli air power.
Sinai Offensive14 October 1973
The Egyptian eastward offensive in Sinai is repulsed with heavy tank losses.
Third Army24 October 1973
Attempts to manage the crisis created by the Israeli encirclement of Third Army.
Titles and roles
Minister of War
Record provenance
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