Arabia & the CaliphatesAsia
Emirate of Transjordan
The Emirate of Transjordan was an autonomous British protectorate set up on 11 April 1921 under the Hashemite emir Abdullah. Its capital was Amman. It became the independent Kingdom of Transjordan, later Jordan, in 1946.
Key facts
| Dates | 1921 – 1946 CE |
|---|---|
| Region | Arabia & the Caliphates |
| Continent | Asia |
| Capital | Amman |
| Founder | Abdullah I |
| Religion(s) | Islam |
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Dates follow widely used reference works; many ancient dates are approximate or debated. Neutral summary for general reference.