Person

Abd Allah ibn Ali

عبد الله بن علي
Lifespan unknown Banū Hāshim

Abd Allah ibn Ali was an Abbasid commander who played a key role in the military campaigns during the revolution and the massacre of Umayyad remnants.

Significance

Brother of al-Saffah who led forces in Mesopotamia

Reputation in tradition

praised

Stated motivation

Support Abbasid revolution
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