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Abbas I of Egypt: Biography, Facts and Career

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Abbas Helmy I of Egypt (also known as Abbas Pasha, Arabic: عباس الأول, Turkish: I. Abbas Hilmi Paşa 1 July 1812 – 13 July 1854) was the Wāli of Egypt and Sudan. He was a son of Tusun Pasha, the younger son of Muhammad Ali Pasha whom he succeeded as de facto ruler of Egypt and Sudan. The Chambers Biographical Dictionary says of him: "[b]igoted and sensual, he did much to undo the progress made under Muhammad Ali."

Quick facts about Abbas I of Egypt

  • Full name: Abbas I of Egypt
  • Born: 1812-07-01
  • Nationality: Egypt eyalet
  • Known as: Royal
  • Wikidata ID: Q305882

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Who is Abbas I of Egypt?

Abbas Helmy I of Egypt (also known as Abbas Pasha, Arabic: عباس الأول, Turkish: I.

What nationality is Abbas I of Egypt?

Abbas I of Egypt is Egypt eyalet.

When was Abbas I of Egypt born?

Abbas I of Egypt was born on 1812-07-01.

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