Mohamed Naguib

ModernGeneralEgypt1901 — 1984

First president of Egypt, deposed by Nasser.

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Quick Facts

Born

1901

Died

1984

Country

Egypt

Era

Modern

Occupation

General

Score Overview

Military (10%)50

Political (20%)39

Influence (20%)55

Legacy (20%)43

Leadership (15%)45

Strategy (15%)42

Total Score46.4

Mohamed Naguib — Complete Timeline

1952 AD

Led the 1952 Egyptian RevolutionPolitical Action

General Mohamed Naguib was the public face of the Free Officers movement that overthrew King Farouk in the 1952 Egyptian Revolution. He became the first president of Egypt, leading the transition from monarchy to republic.

RevolutionFree OfficersRepublic

Impact: nationalconstructive

1953 AD

Became First President of EgyptPolitical Action◆ Major

Naguib was appointed as the first president of the Republic of Egypt on June 18, 1953. His presidency was marked by efforts to establish democratic institutions and land reform, but he faced increasing opposition from Gamal Abdel Nasser.

PresidencyRepublicReform

Impact: nationalconstructive

1954 AD

Deposed by Gamal Abdel NasserPolitical Action◆ Major

Naguib was forced to resign as president in November 1954 after a power struggle with Nasser. He was placed under house arrest, where he remained for nearly 30 years, effectively ending his political career.

CoupNasserHouse Arrest

Impact: nationaltragic

1984 AD

Released from House ArrestPolitical Action

Naguib was released from house arrest by President Anwar Sadat in 1972, but remained politically inactive. He died in 1984, having been largely forgotten by the public, but later recognized as a key figure in Egypt's modern history.

ReleaseLegacyRecognition

Impact: national