Egyptian President Hosni Mubarak began his career as an Mirforce pilot. He advanced through the ranks and in 1972 became the Commander of Egypt's Airforce, leading it during the 1973 Yom Kippur War with Israel. In 1975 he was appointed by President Anwar Sadat to the position of Vice President of Egypt. After Sadat's assassination, Mubarak became the new President of Egypt. He has continued Sadat's policies, including his peace accord with Israel. Bibliography: Solecki, John. Hosni Mubarak. (World Leaders-- Past and Present). 1990. Continental Pub House. Solecki, John. Hosni Mubarak . (World Leaders-Past & Present). 1990. Chelsea House Pub. Tripp, Charles/Owen. Egypt Under Mubarak. 1990. Routledge & Kegan Paul.