Hussein bin Ali
Sharif and King of the Hejaz
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Leaders & Politicians
Country
Saudi Arabia
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Served as the Sharif and Emir of Mecca from 1908 until 1924, and proclaimed King of the Hejaz in 1924. Played a significant role in the Arab Revolt against Ottoman rule during World War I, collaborating with British forces to gain Arab independence. After the fall of the Ottoman Empire, faced challenges in maintaining control over the Hejaz and eventually went into exile following the establishment of Saudi Arabia under Abdulaziz Ibn Saud.
Led the Arab Revolt against the Ottoman Empire
Proclaimed King of the Hejaz in 1924
Served as Sharif and Emir of Mecca
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