Important Times in Egypt

In 1922 was Egypt's end of protectorate with the United Kingdom. Followed by 1953 when Egypt declared a Republic. Then in 1954-1970 they were ruled by Gamal Nasser. Who nationalizes the Suez Canal, forms an allegiance with the Soviet Union (Russia) and is followed by Anwar Sadat. Sadat switches their allegiance to the United States and attacked Israel over Sinai Peninsula, but later made peace. Sadat was assassinated in 1981 when Mubarak came to office. He kept the alliance with the United States (helped in the Iraq war), was accused of corruption, political persecution, and human rights violations. He was driven from office after 30 years of serving and two weeks of violent protests against him.