Order of Ismail


The Order of the Ismail was an order of chivalry and state honour in the Kingdom of Egypt.

History

It was established on 14 April 1915 by Sultan Hussein Kamel of Egypt to reward eminent services to the state. The order was named after Ismail Pasha and could be awarded to both Egyptian nationals and foreigners. It was awarded in four classes:
  1. Grand Cordon of the Order of Ismail
  2. Grand Officer of the Order of Ismail
  3. Commander of the Order of Ismail
  4. Officer of the Order of Ismail
The Order became obsolete following the establishment of the Republic of Egypt in 1953.

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