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Emirate of Diriyah (First Saudi State)
Also known as First Saudi State
The Emirate of Diriyah was founded by Muhammad bin Saud, whose alliance with the preacher Muhammad ibn Abd al-Wahhab in 1744 shaped its religious character. It expanded across much of Arabia before an Ottoman-Egyptian army destroyed Diriyah in 1818.
Key facts
| Dates | 1727 – 1818 CE |
|---|---|
| Region | Arabia & the Caliphates |
| Continent | Asia |
| Capital | Diriyah |
| Founder | Muhammad bin Saud |
| Religion(s) | Sunni Islam |
Before & after
Followed by
In the Islamic timeline
- Salafi Movement (incl. the Najdi 'Wahhabi' reform) — The state was allied with Muhammad ibn Abd al-Wahhab's movement from 1744.
Sources
Dates follow widely used reference works; many ancient dates are approximate or debated. Neutral summary for general reference.