The Arab Contractors Company, headed by Eng. Mohsen Salah has finished the renovations of the Revolutionary Command Council (RCC) Museum, coinciding with July 23rd revolution anniversary.
The museum's development came within the framework of the state's interest in reviving heritage, human history, and preserving the monuments.
About EGP 43 million were allocated for the renovation of the iconic museum.
The RCC building shape
The building consists of a basement, the first floor, the roof, a courtyard surrounded by rooms from every side which overlook the courtyard in a gable shape.
The coverage was designed in the shape of an eagle surrounded the building with his wings as a symbol of revolution.
The history of the building
The building was built during the reign of King Farouk I, the King of Egypt and Sudan. The establishment began in 1948 and completed in 1951.
It is characterized by a special character prevailed during that period which is the "classical style" and the use of artificial stone.
It was dedicated to the king's rest and marina for the king's yachts. It was regained by the Revolutionary Command Council in 1952 and used as the headquarters for the meetings of the Free Officers Movement. Besides, the announcement of the United Arab Republic was launched from this place.
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