The 2011 revolution in Egypt commenced with marches, demonstrations, and civil resistance on January 25.
Protesters drew inspiration from the Tunisian uprising, which resulted in the successful overthrow of the government.
“Opposition to corruption, autocracy, and dictatorship.” An increasing number of Egyptians chanted for the overthrow of President Hosni Mubarak, who had been in power for 30 years.
Amnesty International reports that over 840 individuals lost their lives during the protests, which culminated in Mubarak’s resignation on February 11.
Egypt subsequently held its inaugural free and fair presidential election. Despite the loss of many gains from the revolution following the military coup in 2013, the uprising continues to be a valued memory and a source of inspiration for numerous Egyptians.
Before 2011, January 25 was recognised as Police Day in Egypt, commemorating the Egyptian police’s role in safeguarding the populace during their resistance against British forces in Ismailia in 1952.
The conflict resulted in 50 fatalities and over 80 injuries among officers, catalysing the 1952 Egyptian revolution that ousted the British monarchy from Egypt.
Police Day in 2011 marked the initiation of an 18-day revolution that resulted in General Hosni Mubarak’s ousting as president, concluding his 30-year tenure in Egypt.
Egypt observes two public holidays in commemoration of Revolution Day. Revolution Day, observed on July 23, commemorates the anniversary of the Egyptian Revolution 1952.
