As part of the Armed Forces’ commitment to instilling the values of loyalty and belonging in future generations and to commemorating the heroic deeds achieved by members of the Armed Forces throughout various stages of military history, the Third Field Army Command the “October Museum” following the completion of its development and modernization works. The museum houses a distinguished collection of historical artefacts and commemorative exhibits documenting the sacrifices made by the heroes of the Third Field Army in defending the homeland and safeguarding its resources throughout the ages.  

The opening ceremony began with the unveiling of the museum’s commemorative plaque, followed by a tour of the various galleries containing photographs and historical documents of the heroic battles fought by the men of the Third Field Army, after which a documentary film was screened covering the various battles and feats of valour in which the formations and units of the Third Field Army took part.  

During the opening ceremony, Major General Ahmed Mahdi Sarhan, Commander of the Third Field Army, highlighted the Armed Forces’ commitment to documenting their illustrious history and showcasing the heroism and sacrifices made by their men in the service of the nation. He also noted that the museum represents a national and cultural landmark that tells the stories of resilience and victory of the heroes of the Third Field Army.  

The ceremony was attended by Major General Hani Rashad, Governor of Suez; Major General Hisham Fathy Shandi, Commander of the Eastern Canal Counter-Terrorism Forces; Major General Hossam Al-Dah, Director of Security for Suez; the President of Suez University; many members of the House of Representatives and the Senate; many elders and community leaders from Suez Governorate; and many students from Suez University.