Aref al-Aref
Palestinian journalist, historian and politician (1891-1973)
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Summary
Aref al-Aref was born on 1892[1] in Jerusalem[2]. He died on July 30, 1973[3], in Ramallah[4]. He worked as a historian[5], politician[6], journalist[7], and mayor[8]. He ranks in the top 0.73% of human entities by monthly Wikipedia readership (203 views/month, #7,275 of 1,000,298).[9]
Key Facts
- Date of death: 1973[10]
- Country of citizenship: Jordanian annexation of the West Bank[11], Ottoman Empire[12]
- Position held: Mayor of Jerusalem[13]
- Sex or gender: male[14]
- Commons category: Aref al-Aref[15]
- Participated in conflict: World War I[16]
- Given name: Arif[17]
- Described by source: Interactive Encyclopedia of the Palestine Question[18], Encyclopedia of the Palestinians (2005)[19]
- Languages spoken, written or signed: Arabic[20]
- Name in native language: عارف العارف[21]
- P14688: 78516[22]
Why It Matters
Aref al-Aref has Wikipedia articles in 10 language editions, a strong signal of global cultural recognition.[23] He is known by 6 alternative names across languages and contexts.[24]
FAQs
Where was Aref al-Aref born?
Aref al-Aref's place of birth was Jerusalem[2].
Where did Aref al-Aref die?
Aref al-Aref died in Ramallah[4].
What did Aref al-Aref do for work?
Aref al-Aref worked as a historian[5], politician[6], journalist[7], and mayor[8].