The Egyptian Ministry of Culture is celebrating the 53rd anniversary of Egypt's victories in the October War with various events and activities. The General Authority for the Egyptian Book and National Documents is launching a book fair featuring books about the October War, along with all its publications, at its headquarters. A special discount of 25% will be offered on all publications to encourage the public and researchers to acquire historical and documentary publications.
The Central Administration for Scientific Centers, in cooperation with the Center for Modern Egyptian History and Heritage, is organizing a scientific symposium titled "October Victory between History and Literature." The symposium will be held at 11:30 am on October 6 at the Ali Pasha Makram Hall at the Authority's headquarters. The symposium will be moderated by researcher Nariman Madhat, and will feature participants such as Major General Mohamed Mahmoud Faragly, Dr. Ahmed Al-Mutwali, and poet Ahmed Suilem.
The Egyptian General Authority for the Book is offering a package of discounts of up to 20% on all its publications at its outlets and branches. The authority is also participating in a series of specialized book fairs, including the 9th Damanhour Book Fair, which will run until October 10, and the first Shalatin Children's Book Fair from October 4-12.
The authority is also participating in other events, including the "Day of Egypt" at Nasser Academy on October 25. Additionally, the authority is providing a special program for children at the New Cairo Public Library titled "October in the Eyes of Our Children," which includes activities such as storytelling, drawing workshops, and competitions.
The Supreme Council for Culture is issuing the second issue of the electronic magazine "And Egypt Rejoiced After Victory," which is a commemorative issue marking the 53rd anniversary of the October War victories. The issue includes articles prepared by a group of experts, thinkers, historians, writers, and leaders.
The Supreme Council for Culture is also organizing a symposium titled "The Glorious October War; Memory of Pride and Dignity," which will feature participants such as Major General Ahmed Ibrahim Kamel, Major General Dr. Ahmed Mohamed El-Shahat, and Dr. Ashraf El-Sharkawy. The symposium will be moderated by Dr. Ayman Saber Said.
The events and activities are part of the celebrations marking the 53rd anniversary of Egypt's victories in the October War. The war was a pivotal moment in Egyptian history, marking a significant victory for the country against Israel in 1973. The celebrations aim to commemorate the victory and highlight its significance in Egyptian history.
Key points
- The Egyptian Ministry of Culture is offering discounts of up to 25% on publications related to the October War.
- The Supreme Council for Culture is issuing a commemorative magazine marking the 53rd anniversary of the October War victories.
- The events and activities aim to commemorate the 53rd anniversary of Egypt's victories in the October War and highlight its significance in Egyptian history.
