Hashemite Dynasty
From the sands of the Hijaz to the thrones of Amman, the Hashemite Dynasty has weathered the storms of empire, revolution, and modernity—its bloodline tracing unbroken from the Prophet Muhammad to the kings of today.
"God, Homeland, King"
Quick Facts
- Years Active
- 1916–present
- Founder
- Sharif Hussein bin Ali
- Region
- Middle East
- Religion
- Sunni Islam
Notable Rulers
Sharif Hussein bin Ali
Sharif of Mecca, King of the Hejaz
Reign: 1908 – 1924
FounderSharif Hussein bin Ali, the founding patriarch of the modern Hashemite Dynasty, emerges from historical records as a man...
King Abdullah I of Jordan
Emir and later King of Jordan
Reign: 1921 – 1951
King Abdullah I of Jordan emerges from historical records as a complex and driven figure, whose personality and leadersh...
King Faisal I of Iraq
King of Iraq
Reign: 1921 – 1933
King Faisal I of Iraq, the second son of Sharif Hussein, emerged as one of the most enigmatic architects of the modern M...
King Hussein of Jordan
King of Jordan
Reign: 1952 – 1999
King Hussein bin Talal, the third Hashemite monarch of Jordan, emerged as one of the Middle East’s most enduring and eni...
King Abdullah II of Jordan
King of Jordan
Reign: 1999 – ?
King Abdullah II of Jordan, scion of the Hashemite Dynasty, has navigated the volatile terrain of early twenty-first cen...
Documentary Chapters
Timeline
Start of the Arab Revolt
Sharif Hussein bin Ali raises the Hashemite banner in Mecca, launching the Arab Revolt against Ottoman rule. This marks the beginning of the Hashemite Dynasty's modern political prominence.
Capture of Damascus
Faisal bin Hussein enters Damascus at the head of Arab and British forces. The Hashemites briefly establish rule over Syria, signaling their regional ambitions.
Emirates of Transjordan and Iraq Established
Faisal becomes King of Iraq and Abdullah becomes Emir of Transjordan under British mandates. The Hashemite family secures two thrones in the new Middle Eastern order.
Loss of the Hijaz
Ibn Saud's forces capture Mecca and Medina, ending Hashemite rule in the Hijaz. The family relocates its base of power to Iraq and Transjordan.
Iraq Becomes Independent
Under King Faisal I, Iraq gains formal independence from Britain. The Hashemite monarchy is internationally recognized as the legitimate ruler of Iraq.
Jordanian Independence
The Emirate of Transjordan becomes the fully independent Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan, with Abdullah I as king. The event is marked by elaborate ceremonies in Amman.
Assassination of King Abdullah I
King Abdullah I is assassinated at the Al-Aqsa Mosque in Jerusalem. His death leads to a period of instability and succession crisis in Jordan.
Iraqi Hashemite Monarchy Overthrown
A military coup in Baghdad ends the Hashemite monarchy in Iraq. King Faisal II and senior family members are executed, and the republic is declared.
Six-Day War and Loss of West Bank
Jordan loses control of the West Bank and East Jerusalem to Israel during the Six-Day War. The event marks a significant territorial and political setback for the dynasty.
Jordan-Israel Peace Treaty
King Hussein of Jordan signs a peace treaty with Israel, making Jordan the second Arab state to normalize relations. The treaty formalizes the Hashemites' role as custodians of Jerusalem's holy sites.
Death of King Hussein and Accession of King Abdullah II
King Hussein dies after a long reign, and his son Abdullah II ascends the throne. The transition is marked by national mourning and international attention.
Crown Prince Hussein's Wedding
The wedding of Crown Prince Hussein, attended by world leaders and royal families, underscores the continuity of the Hashemite line and its enduring place in regional and global affairs.
Connected Across The Archives
Explore specific connections to other archives—civilizations, conflicts, companies, and treaties that share history with this dynasty.
Civilization Archive
(5)Abbasid Civilization
The Hashemite Dynasty's rise paralleled the Abbasid Caliphate's decline, marking a transformative period in Islamic political and cultural leadership in the Middle East.
Achaemenid Persian Empire
The Achaemenid Persian Empire's governance models and cultural achievements provided a historical framework that influenced the Hashemite Dynasty's approach to leadership.
Assyrian Empire
The Assyrian Empire's sophisticated administrative techniques, such as provincial governance, laid the groundwork for the Hashemite Dynasty's centralized rule in the Middle East.
Byzantine Empire
Byzantine administrative and cultural models, including legal codes and religious influence, shaped the Hashemite Dynasty's governance and regional interactions.
Ottoman Empire
The Hashemite Dynasty's rivalry with the Ottoman Empire culminated in the Arab Revolt, significantly altering the region's political landscape during World War I.
Conflict Archive
(2)Arab Revolt
The Hashemite Dynasty's leadership in the Arab Revolt was pivotal in challenging Ottoman rule, ultimately contributing to the formation of modern Arab states.
First Crusade
The First Crusade's religious and territorial conflicts reshaped the Middle East, influencing the Hashemite Dynasty's political strategies and territorial disputes.
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