People Who Died in 656
Uthman
Caliph of the Rashidun Caliphate
Died
June 17th, 656 1368 years ago — None years old
Born in 579, served as the third caliph of the Rashidun Caliphate from 644 until 656. Played a significant role in the expansion of the Islamic state, overseeing conquests in Persia, North Africa, and the Balkans. Under caliphate, standardized the written Quran, preserving its text for future generations. His governance faced internal dissent, leading to unrest and his eventual assassination in 656.
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