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Distant Fronts, In Hejaz; Sharif Hussein bin Ali, King of Hejaz, 1917. Creator: Unknown
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Distant Fronts, In Hejaz; Sharif Hussein bin Ali, King of Hejaz, 1917. Creator: Unknown
Distant Fronts, In Hejaz; Sharif Hussein bin Ali, King of Hejaz, 1917. From "L'Album de la Guerre 1914-1919, Volume 2" [L'Illustration, Paris, 1924]
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Distant Fronts: A Glimpse into the Distant Lands of Hejaz and the Reign of Sharif Hussein bin Ali, King of Hejaz (1917) This evocative photograph captures the enigmatic figure of Sharif Hussein bin Ali, the King of Hejaz, in the midst of the turbulent events of the First World War. The image is taken from 'L'Album de la Guerre 1914-1919, Volume 2' published by L'Illustration, Paris, in 1924. The King, dressed in traditional Arabian robes and wearing a long, flowing beard, gazes away from the camera with a thoughtful expression. His white hair and turban add to his regal appearance, emphasizing his role as a monarch and a leader in the Middle East. The backdrop of the image is a barren, rocky landscape, suggesting the harsh conditions of the Hejaz region in Saudi Arabia, where the King ruled from the holy cities of Mecca and Medina. At the time of this photograph, the Middle East was undergoing significant political upheaval. The Ottoman Empire, which had long held sway over the region, was crumbling, and various Arab leaders, including Sharif Hussein, were declaring their independence. Hussein's rebellion against the Ottomans, known as the Arab Revolt, would ultimately lead to the creation of modern Saudi Arabia. Despite the historical significance of this moment, the photograph remains a mysterious and intriguing glimpse into the past. The identity of the photographer remains unknown, adding to the sense of distance and intrigue. The photograph serves as a reminder of the complex and dynamic history of the Middle East during the First World War and beyond.
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