Arabia & the CaliphatesAsia
Emirate of Jabal Shammar
The Emirate of Jabal Shammar was ruled by the Al Rashid dynasty from Ha'il in northern Arabia. It overthrew the Second Saudi State in 1891 and was the strongest power in central Arabia for about a decade. Ibn Saud conquered it in 1921.
Key facts
| Dates | 1836 – 1921 CE |
|---|---|
| Region | Arabia & the Caliphates |
| Continent | Asia |
| Capital | Ha'il |
| Founder | Abdullah bin Rashid |
| Religion(s) | Sunni Islam |
Before & after
Preceded by
Emirate of Nejd (Second Saudi State)
Followed by
Sources
Dates follow widely used reference works; many ancient dates are approximate or debated. Neutral summary for general reference.