Emir Abdelkader
Religious and military leader of Algeria
Born
September 6th, 1808
217 years ago
Died
1883
142 years ago — 75 years old
Category
Leaders & Politicians
Country
Algeria
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A prominent figure in 19th-century Algeria, played a critical role in the resistance against French colonization. Established a state in the western part of Algeria, which became a center of Islamic scholarship and military organization. After years of warfare, faced defeat and was captured by French forces, subsequently exiled to France and later moved to Syria. Contributed to the establishment of strong Islamic principles during his leadership and was recognized for his efforts to promote peace.
Led resistance against French colonization
Established an Islamic state in Algeria
Promoted peace during conflicts
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