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Egypt's history stretches back to the 4th millennium BCE, when it emerged as one of the world's earliest and most influential civilizations, known for its monumental achievements in writing, agriculture, architecture, and governance. Over the millennia, Egypt was ruled by various dynasties and empires, including the Pharaonic, Persian, Greek, and Roman, before becoming part of the Byzantine Empire and later the Mamluk Sultanate, which governed from the 13th century until the | Egypt's history stretches back to the 4th millennium BCE, when it emerged as one of the world's earliest and most influential civilizations, known for its monumental achievements in writing, agriculture, architecture, and governance. Over the millennia, Egypt was ruled by various dynasties and empires, including the Pharaonic, Persian, Greek, and Roman, before becoming part of the Byzantine Empire and later the Mamluk Sultanate, which governed from the 13th century until the Ottoman conquest in 1517. | ||
During the Ottoman period, Egypt became a vital province of the Ottoman Empire, blending Turkish, Arabic, and Islamic elements into its rich cultural tapestry. For genealogical research, key resources include | During the Ottoman period, Egypt became a vital province of the Ottoman Empire, blending Turkish, Arabic, and Islamic elements into its rich cultural tapestry. For genealogical research, key resources include parish registers, census records, and vital records such as birth, marriage, and death certificates. After the Ottoman period, Egypt saw significant changes with Muhammad Ali Pasha, the Wāli (governor) and Pasha of Egypt, establishing a quasi-independent state in 1805. His dynasty ruled until the British occupation in 1882. The British period introduced new administrative records, including detailed censuses and civil registration documents. Egypt gained nominal independence in 1922, becoming a monarchy, and later declared itself a republic following the 1952 revolution, which saw the nationalization of the Suez Canal and the expulsion of British forces. | ||
Since gaining its independence, Egypt has navigated significant political and social transformations. Egypt is now a transcontinental country considered to be a regional power in North Africa, the Middle East and the Muslim world. Egypt's economy is one of the largest and most diversified in the Middle East.<ref>Egypt, Wikipedia, updated 30 November 2024. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Egypt.</ref> | Since gaining its independence, Egypt has navigated significant political and social transformations, including the Suez Crisis of 1956, the Arab-Israeli conflicts, and the Arab Spring. Egypt is now a transcontinental country considered to be a regional power in North Africa, the Middle East and the Muslim world. Egypt's economy is one of the largest and most diversified in the Middle East, and is projected to become one of the largest in the 21st century.<ref>Egypt, Wikipedia, updated 30 November 2024. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Egypt.</ref> | ||
==Timeline== | ==Timeline== | ||
* '''4th Millennium BCE''' Egypt emerges as one of the world's earliest civilizations, known for its advancements in writing, agriculture, and monumental architecture. | * '''4th Millennium BCE''' Egypt emerges as one of the world's earliest civilizations, known for its advancements in writing, agriculture, and monumental architecture. | ||
* '''1517''' Ottoman Sultan Selim I conquers Egypt, integrating it into the | * '''1517''' Ottoman Sultan Selim I conquers Egypt, integrating it into the Ottoman Empire. | ||
* '''1798-1801''' French occupation under Napoleon Bonaparte. | * '''1798-1801''' French occupation under Napoleon Bonaparte. | ||
* '''1805''' Muhammad Ali Pasha, the Wāli (governor) and Pasha of Egypt, establishes a quasi-independent state, initiating modernization efforts. | * '''1805''' Muhammad Ali Pasha, the Wāli (governor) and Pasha of Egypt, establishes a quasi-independent state, initiating modernization efforts. | ||
* '''1867''' Egypt becomes a nominally autonomous tributary state called the Khedivate of Egypt under Ottoman suzerainty. | * '''1867''' Egypt becomes a nominally autonomous tributary state called the Khedivate of Egypt under Ottoman suzerainty. | ||
* '''1882''' British occupation begins, introducing new | * '''1882''' British occupation begins, introducing new administrative records and infrastructure development. | ||
* '''1914''' Egypt is declared a British protectorate, ending its nominal status as an Ottoman province. | * '''1914''' Egypt is declared a British protectorate, ending its nominal status as an Ottoman province. | ||
* '''1922''' Egypt gains nominal independence from Britain, becoming the Kingdom of Egypt. | * '''1922''' Egypt gains nominal independence from Britain, becoming the Kingdom of Egypt. | ||
* '''1952''' The Egyptian revolution leads to the establishment of a republic, the nationalization of the Suez Canal, and the expulsion of British forces. | * '''1952''' The Egyptian revolution leads to the establishment of a republic, the nationalization of the Suez Canal, and the expulsion of British forces. | ||
* '''1956''' Suez Crisis marks a significant moment in Egypt's assertion of sovereignty. | * '''1956''' Suez Crisis marks a significant moment in Egypt's assertion of sovereignty. | ||
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==Online Histories== | |||
*[http://discoveringegypt.com/newsletter-46-egyptian-history-podcasts/ Egyptian History Podcasts] | |||
*[https://www.ancient-egypt-online.com/ Ancient Egypt Online] is a site dedicated to the culture, language, religion and history of ancient Egypt. | |||
*[http://people.csail.mit.edu/hanna/Egypt/index18.html Social Life and government in ancient Egypt] | |||
==FamilySearch Resources== | |||
Below are FamilySearch resources that can assist you in researching your family. | |||
*[[Genealogy Help on Facebook|Facebook Communities]] - Facebook groups discussing genealogy research | |||
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In other languages: العربيةHistory[edit | edit source]
Egypt's history stretches back to the 4th millennium BCE, when it emerged as one of the world's earliest and most influential civilizations, known for its monumental achievements in writing, agriculture, architecture, and governance. Over the millennia, Egypt was ruled by various dynasties and empires, including the Pharaonic, Persian, Greek, and Roman, before becoming part of the Byzantine Empire and later the Mamluk Sultanate, which governed from the 13th century until the Ottoman conquest in 1517.
During the Ottoman period, Egypt became a vital province of the Ottoman Empire, blending Turkish, Arabic, and Islamic elements into its rich cultural tapestry. For genealogical research, key resources include parish registers, census records, and vital records such as birth, marriage, and death certificates. After the Ottoman period, Egypt saw significant changes with Muhammad Ali Pasha, the Wāli (governor) and Pasha of Egypt, establishing a quasi-independent state in 1805. His dynasty ruled until the British occupation in 1882. The British period introduced new administrative records, including detailed censuses and civil registration documents. Egypt gained nominal independence in 1922, becoming a monarchy, and later declared itself a republic following the 1952 revolution, which saw the nationalization of the Suez Canal and the expulsion of British forces.
Since gaining its independence, Egypt has navigated significant political and social transformations, including the Suez Crisis of 1956, the Arab-Israeli conflicts, and the Arab Spring. Egypt is now a transcontinental country considered to be a regional power in North Africa, the Middle East and the Muslim world. Egypt's economy is one of the largest and most diversified in the Middle East, and is projected to become one of the largest in the 21st century.[1]
Timeline[edit | edit source]
- 4th Millennium BCE Egypt emerges as one of the world's earliest civilizations, known for its advancements in writing, agriculture, and monumental architecture.
- 1517 Ottoman Sultan Selim I conquers Egypt, integrating it into the Ottoman Empire.
- 1798-1801 French occupation under Napoleon Bonaparte.
- 1805 Muhammad Ali Pasha, the Wāli (governor) and Pasha of Egypt, establishes a quasi-independent state, initiating modernization efforts.
- 1867 Egypt becomes a nominally autonomous tributary state called the Khedivate of Egypt under Ottoman suzerainty.
- 1882 British occupation begins, introducing new administrative records and infrastructure development.
- 1914 Egypt is declared a British protectorate, ending its nominal status as an Ottoman province.
- 1922 Egypt gains nominal independence from Britain, becoming the Kingdom of Egypt.
- 1952 The Egyptian revolution leads to the establishment of a republic, the nationalization of the Suez Canal, and the expulsion of British forces.
- 1956 Suez Crisis marks a significant moment in Egypt's assertion of sovereignty.
Online Histories[edit | edit source]
- Egyptian History Podcasts
- Ancient Egypt Online is a site dedicated to the culture, language, religion and history of ancient Egypt.
- Social Life and government in ancient Egypt
FamilySearch Resources[edit | edit source]
Below are FamilySearch resources that can assist you in researching your family.
- Facebook Communities - Facebook groups discussing genealogy research
- ↑ Egypt, Wikipedia, updated 30 November 2024. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Egypt.