Jaber II Al-Sabah

Jaber II Al-Mubarak Al-Sabah, CSI (1860 – 5 February 1917), was the eighth ruler of the Sheikhdom of Kuwait from the Al-Sabah dynasty. He was the eldest son of Mubarak Al-Sabah and is the ancestor of the Al-Jaber branch of the Al-Sabah family. He ruled the country from 28 November 1915 to his death on 5 February 1917 and was succeeded by his brother, Salim Al-Mubarak Al-Sabah.

Jaber Mubarak Al-Sabah II Al-Sabah
Jaber Mubarak Al-Sabah II Al-Sabah
8th Ruler of Kuwait
Reign28 November 1915 – 5 February 1917
Sheikhdom of Kuwait
PredecessorMubarak I
SuccessorSalim I
Born1860
Sheikhdom of Kuwait
Died5 February 1917(1917-02-05) (aged 56–57)
IssueAhmad
Hamud
Mariam
HouseAl-Sabah
FatherMubarak I

Although his reign was very short, Jaber is known for economic reforms he initiated.

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