This was primarily a peaceful protest, at least on the part of the protesters. It turned violent, hundreds killed, injured, imprisoned and tortured by Mubarak until the world outcry got too loud. Mubarak eventually stepped down because the military no longer supported him.
The following photos depict the street level perspective as it unfolded day to day. It revealed a gritty, changing scene and sense of uncertainty.
This post is to honor those who risked their lives - and their futures - to secure a quality future for their country: Egypt. Your courage and determination is exemplary. Congratulations on your new freedom of speech and new democracy in the making.
These photos are from Flickr Creative Commons and are made available for free use by the photographers. Just click on the images to take you to their flickr pages. Thank you for releasing these photos for all to view. All descriptions and comments after the photos are from the photographers.
"We Need Freedom Of Speech!
Freedom of speech is the freedom to speak freely without censorship or limitation. The synonymous term freedom of expression." Photo By [JO]² - Immortal Lens -( Youssef Hanna) @ flickr
