Mohammed Zahir Shah

Mohammed Zahir Shah (15 October 1914 – 23 July 2007) was the last King (Padishah) of Afghanistan, reigning for four decades, from 1933 until he was ousted by a coup in 1973. Following his return from exile he was given the title 'Father of the Nation' in 2002 which he held until his death.

Read more about Mohammed Zahir Shah:  Family Background and Early Life, The Last King of Afghanistan, Exile, Return To Afghan Politics, Family

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