On this day, 89 years ago, on April 28, 1936 (March 8, 1936, the 16-year-old Farouk succeeded to the throne of Egypt. Young Farouk will succeed to the throne of Egypt April 28, 1936. Due to the death of his father King Fouad, Prince Farouk became King of Egypt tonight. Farouk, who is studying at a military academy in London, will arrive in Egypt later this week. The 16-year-old king will be assisted by a regent.