Hussein, King of Jordan
1935-1999. King of Jordan (1952-1999)
Place of BirthAmman, Jordan
King Hussein of Jordan (b. November 14, 1935, Amman, Jordan - d. February 7, 1999, Amman, Jordan) was King of Jordan from August 1952 until his death in 1999. He was born into the Hashemite royal family, the fortieth generation direct descendant of the Prophet Muhammad.
Dates in Office
1952 - 1999 King of Jordan
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