Biographical Overview & Key Facts

Subject:

Jassim bin Mohammed Al Thani

Role / Field:

Founder of the State of Qatar and Emir from 1878 to 1913

Born:

1825-01-01

Died:

1913-07-17

Century / Era:

1825s Historical Era

Database Source:

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Origins & Early Life

Jassim bin Mohammed Al Thani (Arabic: جاسم بن محمد آل ثاني; also known as "The Founder"; c. 1825 – 17 July 1913), was the founder of the State of Qatar. Jassim bin Mohammed Al Thani was born around 1825. Raised in Fuwayrit, Qatar, Jassim claimed to be descended from the Tamim tribe, as he was the eldest son of Mohammed bin Thani.

Pivotal Works & Achievements

Al Thani acquired full capability in the management of the country's affairs during his youth and guided its policies and steered the country during a period that saw major events and changes. Jassim, as a result of engaging in politics while serving as deputy to his father, acquired political experience. He later moved to Al Bidda with his father when he was around twenty-one years old, where he emerged as a young leader. At the local level, Al Thani sought to turn Qatar into a single unified and independent entity. Under his leadership, Qatar emerged as a coherent and stable country.

Enduring Legacy & Impact

He adopted policies dealing with the two major powers competing to dominate the Persian Gulf and its territories, namely the British Empire, which had started to extend its influence through the Government of India, and the...

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