Completion of Aswan High Dam
Nasser oversees completion of the main High Dam construction project.
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1970 in Egypt
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Historical records for Egypt in 1970
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July
High Dam Project Completion
The principal High Dam construction works are declared complete under Nasser.
Principal High Dam Construction Completed
The main engineering works of the Aswan High Dam reached completion during Nasser's presidency.
Peace
Accepts the American Rogers Plan and extends the ceasefire during the War of Attrition.
September
Acting Presidency
Assumes presidential responsibilities after Gamal Abdel Nasser's death.
Death of Gamal Abdel Nasser
Gamal Abdel Nasser dies in Cairo and is succeeded by Anwar Sadat.
Death of Gamal Abdel Nasser
Death of Gamal Abdel Nasser
October
President of Egypt
Becomes President of Egypt after Nasser's death and confirmation by referendum.
Other events (month unknown)
High Dam Economic Inheritance
Sadat inherits an economy transformed by Nile regulation, hydroelectric power and public investment.
Preparation for High Dam Inauguration
Sadat assumes the presidency after construction is completed and prepares the formal inauguration.
Transition to Operational Administration
Sadat's administration prepares permanent operation of the completed dam and power station.
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