Person

Mohammed V

محمد الخامس
1909 CE – 1961 CE(aged ~52) Sharifian

Mohammed V ruled during the French protectorate, supported nationalist movements, was exiled, then returned to lead Morocco to independence and became its first king.

Significance

Led Morocco to independence and changed title from Sultan to King

Reputation in tradition

praised

Stated motivation

Support Moroccan independence and nationalism
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