Gamal Abdel Nasser
Gamal Abdel Nasser was a prominent Egyptian leader and revolutionary who served as the second President of Egypt from 1956 until his death in 1970. He was a key figure in the Arab nationalist movement and is celebrated for his efforts to modernize Egypt and promote pan-Arab unity. Nasser's policies included land reforms and industrialization, and he played a significant role in the establishment of the Non-Aligned Movement. His nationalization of the Suez Canal in 1956 led to a major crisis involving Britain, France, and Israel, which ultimately bolstered his reputation in the Arab world. Nasser's legacy continues to influence Arab politics and nationalism to this day.
Born on Jan 15, 1918 (108 years old)
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Countries Mentioned
| Country | Mentions | Sentiment | Dominance | + Persistence | x Population | = Reach | x GDP (millions) | = Power |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Egypt | 3 | 6.33 | 0.29% | +20% | 102,334,404 | 351,530 | $303,000 | 1,041$ |
| Canada | 1 | 5.00 | 0.09% | +0% | 38,005,238 | 35,888 | $1,700,000 | 1,605$ |
| Switzerland | 1 | 6.00 | 0.09% | +0% | 8,654,622 | 8,088 | $700,000 | 654$ |
| Totals | 5 | 148,994,264 | 395,506 | $2,703,000 | 3,300$ |
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Switzerland:
Gamal Abdel Nasser nationalized the Suez Canal, triggering the Suez Crisis.
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Egypt:
Gamal Abdel Nasser reopened the mosque in 1954.
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Egypt:
Sohair Zaki performed at the weddings of the children of the late President Gamal Abdel Nasser.
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Canada:
After Egyptian president Gamal Abdel Nasser nationalized the Suez Canal in 1956, Britain and France secretly conspired with Israel to take it back with force of arms without informing Washington.
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Egypt:
During the era of President Gamal Abdel Nasser, the single party dominated parliamentary life.
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Egypt:
Roland spoke emotionally about the time spent in the home of leader Gamal Abdel Nasser, stating that they grew up as brothers with Nasser's children.
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Switzerland:
Gamal Abdel Nasser emerged victorious in the military struggles and became a popular leader in Egypt.
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Iran:
Gamal Abdel Nasser is referenced for his quote about the disapproval of the United States indicating a wrong path.
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Guyana:
In 1964, Soviet Premier Nikita Khrushchev awarded his anti-imperialist ally, Egyptian President Gamal Abdel Nasser, the USSR’s highest honor, Hero of the Soviet Union.
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Argentina:
G.A. Nasser is referenced in the context of historical military actions in Egypt during the Cold War.
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