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The Muslim conquest of Egypt took place in 640 A.D (19 AH) under the leadership of Amr ibn al-As (RA), a renowned companion of Prophet Muhammad (SAW) and one of the most skilled military commanders of the early Islamic era.

The conquest occurred during the caliphate of Hazrat Umar ibn al-Khattab (RA). Amr ibn al-As (RA) led the Muslim army into Egypt, then part of the Byzantine Empire, and successfully captured key cities including Babylon Fortress, Heliopolis, and Alexandria. This marked the beginning of Islamic rule in Egypt, which became an important center for Islamic scholarship and administration.

Amr ibn al-As (RA) also founded the city of Fustat, which later grew into modern-day Cairo. His wise governance and fair treatment of the local population won the hearts of Egyptians, facilitating the spread of Islam peacefully after the conquest.

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  Egypt was conquered in 640 A.D (19 AH).

  
  


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  Muslim army led by Amr ibn al-As (RA).

  
  


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  Conquest occurred under Caliph Umar ibn al-Khattab (RA).

  
  


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  Major cities captured: Babylon Fortress, Heliopolis, Alexandria.

  
  


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  Founded Fustat, the first Islamic capital of Egypt.

  
  


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  Opened Egypt to become a center of Islamic knowledge and trade.