Historical Figure
Hisham ibn Abd al-Malik
Umayyad
Hisham ibn Abd al-Malik ibn Marwan was the tenth Umayyad caliph, ruling from 724 until his death in 743. His grandson Abd al-Rahman I was the founder and first emir of the Emirate of Córdoba.
Connection to Damascus
Born in Damascus; ruled the Umayyad Caliphate from Damascus for 19 years.
Known for
Tenth Umayyad caliph; ruled from Damascus at the height of Umayyad power.
Lifespan
691 – 743-02-06
Biography
Hisham ibn Abd al-Malik ibn Marwan was the tenth Umayyad caliph, ruling from 724 until his death in 743. His grandson Abd al-Rahman I was the founder and first emir of the Emirate of Córdoba.