👑 Royalty & Nobility

King Hassan II

King Hassan II is the founding figure of the Alaouite dynasty, the first of the family to reach prominence in this field.

Ruled Morocco for 38 years with an iron hand, surviving two coup attempts in the early 1970s. He played a key role as a mediator in the Middle East peace process.

Quick Facts

Profession
King of Morocco
Born
1929
Died
1999
Nationality
Moroccan

Notable Works

  • Reigned for 38 years (1961-1999)
  • Survived two coup attempts (1971 and 1972)
  • Organized the Green March to claim Western Sahara (1975)
  • Mediated in the Arab-Israeli peace process

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