Egypt's third president, Anwar Sadat, won a Nobel Peace Prize for signing a peace treaty with Israel in 1979. Though celebrated throughout most of the world, the agreement was unpopular in most of the Arab World, including Egypt. In reaction to the treaty and other policies, Egypt became embroiled in uprisings. On October 6, 1981, Sadat was assassinated by a member of the opposition. This cover commemorates Sadat's work to bring peace to the region, as well as his death. Add this fitting tribute to President Sadat to your collection.
Egypt's third president, Anwar Sadat, won a Nobel Peace Prize for signing a peace treaty with Israel in 1979. Though celebrated throughout most of the world, the agreement was unpopular in most of the Arab World, including Egypt. In reaction to the treaty and other policies, Egypt became embroiled in uprisings. On October 6, 1981, Sadat was assassinated by a member of the opposition. This cover commemorates Sadat's work to bring peace to the region, as well as his death. Add this fitting tribute to President Sadat to your collection.