Ahmad Al-Jaber Al-Sabah facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Ahmad Al-Jaber Al-Sabahأحمد الجابر الصباح |
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| 10th Ruler of Kuwait | |
| Reign | 29 March 1921 – 29 January 1950 Sheikhdom of Kuwait |
| Predecessor | Salim I |
| Successor | Abdullah III |
| Born | 1885 Sheikhdom of Kuwait |
| Died | 29 January 1950 (aged 64–65) Kuwait City |
| Spouse | Bazba bint Salim al-Sabah (Bibi Mariam) Hussa bint Ibrahim al-Ghanim Şükriye Sultan Nura al-Tahus Munira al-Ayyar Delal al-Mutalaqqim Mariam bint Murait al-Huwailah |
| Issue | Abdullah Muhammad Jaber III Sabah IV Khalid Nawaf I Mishal Mansur Faisal Fahad Munira Hussa Asena Asma Nuria Muniyat Badria Nashmia Al-Jazi Al-Anud Moza Samiha Fariha Mishail Sahira Naima Amthal Nazila |
| House | Al-Sabah |
| Father | Jaber II |
Sheikh Ahmad Al-Jaber Al-Sabah (1885 – 29 January 1950) was an important leader in Kuwait's history. He was the tenth ruler of the Sheikhdom of Kuwait. He led the country from March 29, 1921, until his death on January 29, 1950.
His Life and Leadership
Ahmad was the son of Jaber II Al-Sabah, who was the eighth ruler of Kuwait. Ahmad took over as ruler in February 1921. He followed his uncle, Salim Al-Mubarak Al-Sabah, who was the ninth ruler.
Ahmad played a big part in building Kuwait's defense. He was a top cavalry commander. He also helped create the military of Kuwait and the public security forces. In the early 1920s, he put Sheikh Ali Salem Al-Mubarak Al-Sabah in charge of the defense cavalry and infantry. Later, after a battle in 1928, he gave this command to Sheikh Abdullah Jaber Al-Abdullah II Al-Sabah.
In 1936, some groups in Palestine asked Ahmad Al-Jaber for money. However, he had to say no. This was because of special agreements Kuwait had with Britain. These agreements meant Kuwait could not deal with other countries without Britain's permission. Even with these rules, many people in Kuwait still wanted to help. In July 1936, people secretly collected money to send to Palestine. Later that year, important merchant families in Kuwait formed a group to help. They held a public meeting to raise awareness and money. Ahmad Al-Sabah knew about this but could not stop it openly. He left town for a hunting trip during this time.
Towards the end of his time as ruler, he also served as the minister of finance. He held this role from 1940 to 1950.
His Family
Ahmad Al-Jaber Al-Sabah was married many times and had a large family. Several of his children became important figures in Kuwait:
- Mohammed Al-Ahmad Al-Jaber Al-Sabah (1909–1975): He was Kuwait's first Defense Minister from 1962 to 1964.
- Jaber Al-Ahmad Al-Jaber Al-Sabah (1926–2006): He became the 13th Ruler and 3rd Emir of Kuwait from 1977 to 2006.
- Sabah Al-Ahmad Al-Jaber Al-Sabah (1929–2020): He was the 15th Ruler and 5th Emir of Kuwait from 2006 to 2020.
- Nawaf Al-Ahmad Al-Jaber Al-Sabah (born 1937): He is the current Emir of Kuwait, becoming the 16th Ruler and 6th Emir in 2020.
- Mishal Al-Ahmad Al-Jaber Al-Sabah (born 1940): He is the current Crown Prince of Kuwait since 2020. He also served as Deputy Commander of the Kuwait National Guard.
- Fahad Al-Ahmed Al-Jaber Al-Sabah (1945–1990): He was a commando officer in the Kuwait Armed Forces. He bravely fought and was killed defending Dasman Palace.
- Fariha Al-Ahmad Al-Jaber Al-Sabah (1944–2018): She was known for her work helping others as a philanthropist.
His Death
Ahmad Al-Jaber Al-Sabah passed away in 1950 at Dasman Palace in Kuwait City.
Honors and Awards
Ahmad Al-Jaber Al-Sabah received special honors during his lifetime. These included:
- Honorary Knight Commander of the Order of the Star of India
- Honorary Knight Commander of the Order of the Indian Empire
See Also
In Spanish: Ahmad Al-Jaber Al-Sabah para niños
- Ahmad al-Jaber Air Base
Images for kids
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Ribbon for the Order of the Star of India
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Ribbon for the Order of the Indian Empire
