Gamal Abdel Nasser was an Egyptian military officer and politician who served as the second President of Egypt from 1956 until his death in 1970. He is known for his role in the 1952 Egyptian Revolution, which led to the overthrow of the monarchy and the establishment of a republic. Nasser promoted Arab nationalism and sought to modernize Egypt through various social and economic reforms. Nasser's leadership was marked by significant events, including the nationalization of the Suez Canal in 1956, which sparked the Suez Crisis. He was a prominent figure in the Non-Aligned Movement, advocating for the interests of developing countries during the Cold War. His legacy continues to influence Egyptian politics and Arab nationalism today.