Abu'l-Hasan Ali ibn al-Furat
Abbasid vizier and statesman
Born
None
None years ago
Died
July 18th, 924
1100 years ago — None years old
Category
Leaders & Politicians
Country
Iraq
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Served as vizier in the Abbasid Caliphate during the 10th century. Played a key role in the administration of the caliphate, particularly in the governance of Baghdad. Established political alliances that strengthened the caliphate's influence. Contributed to the intellectual life of the period, fostering scholarship and the arts in the capital.
Held the position of vizier under Caliph al-Mu'tadid
Played a significant role in the administration of the Abbasid government
Facilitated the patronage of scholars and artists
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