Under the auspices of Dr. Abdelaziz Konswa, President of Alexandria University, the Military Education Department and the General Administration of Youth Care at the university, in cooperation with the leadership of the Popular and Military Defense Forces, organized several field visits for university students during the past month of August. During these visits, students visited the El Alamein Museum, where they learned about the details of the historic battle that marked a turning point in World War II. The students also visited the Thunderbolt Forces Command, where they learned about the training of the Special Forces and their modern equipment, which enhanced their pride in the Egyptian army. The students visited the media center of the Morale Affairs Department, where they listened to a comprehensive explanation of the role of the media in building national awareness and enhancing the fighting spirit. At the end of the visit, the students expressed their happiness with this experience, which affected them and added to their knowledge of their country's history and their appreciation for the role of the armed forces in protecting it.
Colonel Mohamed Maher, Director of the Military Education Department at Alexandria University, stated that these field visits represent an essential part of the department’s training program, explaining that it is not limited to the theoretical aspect, but extends to the practical and applied aspect, which provides a unique opportunity for students to learn about the latest developments in the military field. It also contributes to instilling a sense of belonging and loyalty to the homeland in their souls, and emphasizes the importance of the role of the armed forces in protecting the security and stability of the homeland.