Edward the Elder (c. 874 – 17 July 924) was King of the Anglo-Saxons from 899 until his death in 924. He was the elder son of Alfred the Great and his wife Ealhswith. When Edward succeeded to the throne, he had to defeat a challenge from his cousin Æthelwold, who had a strong claim to […]
Abdullah II bin Al-Hussein is King of Jordan, reigning since 7 February 1999. He is a member of the Hashemite dynasty, the royal family of Jordan since 1921, and is traditionally considered a 41st-generation direct descendant of Muhammad. Reign 7 February 1999 – present Coronation 9 June 1999 Predecessor Hussein Heir apparent Crown Prince Hussein Born 30 January 1962 (age 59)Amman, Jordan Spouse Rania
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