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1977 in Egypt

Explore 4 historical events and records for Egypt in 1977.

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Historical records for Egypt in 1977

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January

18 January 1977

Bread Riots

Sadat, Anwar · Cairo · President of Egypt · Government / Government of Egypt

Withdraws subsidy cuts after widespread protests and rioting over food prices.

November

19 November 1977

Visit to Jerusalem

Sadat, Anwar · Jerusalem · President of Egypt · Government / Government of Egypt

Begins a historic visit to Jerusalem and addresses the Israeli parliament.

20 November 1977

Address to Knesset

Sadat, Anwar · Jerusalem · President of Egypt · Government / Government of Egypt

Addresses the Israeli parliament and calls for a comprehensive peace settlement.

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1977

Philae Temples Reconstruction Begins

Sadat, Anwar · Aswan Dam · President of Egypt · Arts / Cultural Heritage

Reconstruction of the dismantled Philae temples began on Agilkia island after engineering work prepared their new setting.

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