THE DATE BEHIND THE NAME

Abbas the Great

Shah of Safavid Iran (1587–1629)

Abbas the Great was born on February 6, 1571 in Herat, Afghanistan and died on January 19, 1629, aged 57.

Born

February 6, 1571

Abbas the Great died aged 57.

Died: January 19, 1629

Source:

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Original calendar: Julian. Displayed date is Gregorian.

Birthplace
Herat, Afghanistan
Professions
head of state, politician, governor, monarch, military leader
Citizenship
Safavid Iran

More about Abbas the Great

Zodiac sign
Aquarius

Family

Child
Mohammad Baqer Mirza
Sibling
Hamza Mirza
Mother
Khayr al-Nisa Begum
Father
Mohammad Khodabanda

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Questions people ask

How old was Abbas the Great when they died?

Abbas the Great died aged 57.

When is Abbas the Great’s birthday?

Abbas the Great’s recorded birthday is February 6.

Where was Abbas the Great born?

Abbas the Great was born in Herat, Afghanistan.

When did Abbas the Great die?

Abbas the Great died on January 19, 1629.