Al-Aziz Billah
Fatimid Caliph, ruled from 975 to 996
Ruled as the Fatimid Caliph from 975 until death in 996. Established the city of Cairo as the new capital and strengthened the administrative structure of the Fatimid Caliphate. Promoted cultural and intellectual development in the region, fostering the arts and sciences. His rule marked a significant period in the history of Islamic governance in North Africa.
Established Cairo as a major city
Strengthened the Fatimid administration
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Canadian ice hockey player, Stanley Cup Champion
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Egyptian sculptor and educator
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May 10th, 1891 134 years ago
Died
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English punk rock musician and bassist
Born
May 10th, 1957 68 years ago
Died
February 2nd, 1979 46 years ago — 21 years old
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Composer noted for film scores
Born
May 10th, 1894 131 years ago
Died
November 11th, 1979 46 years ago — 85 years old
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English footballer and Premier League player
Born
May 10th, 1988 37 years ago
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English singer-songwriter and guitarist
Born
May 10th, 1946 79 years ago
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German field marshal during WWII
Born
November 15th, 1891 134 years ago
Died
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Mathematician, creator of fractal geometry
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November 20th, 1924 101 years ago
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British historian and medieval scholar
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1942 83 years ago
Died
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Business executive and Chamber leader
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1938 87 years ago
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Race car driver, USA National Champion
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