HASSAN II OF MOROCCO

(Hassan II | King Hassan II)


Hassan II of Morocco
Hassan II of Morocco
  • Born: July 9, 1929
  • Died: July 23, 1999
  • Nationality: Moroccan
  • Profession: Royalty

Hassan II was the King of Morocco from 1961 until his death in 1999. He was a member of the Alaouite dynasty. He was the eldest son of Mohammed V, Sultan, then King of Morocco (1909–1961), and his second wife, Lalla Abla bint Tahar (1909–1992). Hassan was known to be one of the most severe rulers of Morocco, widely accused of authoritarian practices and of being an autocrat, particularly during the Years of Lead.