Historical Events tagged with "king talal"
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Politics & Government
Hussein bin Talal ascends to Jordanian throne
August 11th, 1952 72 years ago
Hussein bin Talal was proclaimed King of Jordan following the abdication of his father, King Talal. The proclamation took place in Amman, marking the beginning of a new monarchy. At just 16 years old, Hussein became the world's youngest king, inheriting a kingdom in the midst of shifting political dynamics in the Middle East. His ascension was characterized by hopes for stability and modernization in a region facing many challenges.
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