THE DATE BEHIND THE NAME

Mahmud of Ghazni

Sultan of the Ghaznavid Empire from 998 to 1030

Mahmud of Ghazni was born on November 7, 971 in Ghazni, Afghanistan and died on April 30, 1030, aged 58.

Born

November 7, 971

Mahmud of Ghazni died aged 58.

Died: April 30, 1030

Source:

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Original calendar: Julian. Displayed date is Gregorian.

Birthplace
Ghazni, Afghanistan
Professions
king

More about Mahmud of Ghazni

Zodiac sign
Scorpio

Family

Child
Mohammad Ghaznavi
Child
Mas'ud I
Child
Abd al-Rashid ben Mahmud
Sibling
Ismail of Ghazni
Father
Sabuktigin

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Questions people ask

How old was Mahmud of Ghazni when they died?

Mahmud of Ghazni died aged 58.

When is Mahmud of Ghazni’s birthday?

Mahmud of Ghazni’s recorded birthday is November 7.

Where was Mahmud of Ghazni born?

Mahmud of Ghazni was born in Ghazni, Afghanistan.

When did Mahmud of Ghazni die?

Mahmud of Ghazni died on April 30, 1030.