Gamal Abdel Nasser (1918-1970) was an Egyptian political leader and military officer who served as the second president of Egypt from 1954 until his death in 1970. Born in Alexandria, Nasser emerged as a key figure in the Free Officers Movement, which led the military coup against King Farouk in 1952. Nasser’s presidency was characterized by his vision of pan-Arab unity and anti-imperialism, as he sought to establish Egypt as the leader of the Arab world. He implemented a series of nationalist and socialist policies, including the nationalization of the Suez Canal in 1956, which solidified his popularity among Egyptians. Nasser also played a significant role in the development of the non-aligned movement and was an advocate for Palestinian rights. Despite facing numerous challenges, including military defeats against Israel, Nasser maintained a strong charismatic leadership style, maintaining his popularity until his sudden death in 1970.