Mohammed V of Morocco

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Mohammed V (August 10, 1909–February 26, 1961) (Arabic: محمد الخامس) was Sultan of Morocco from 1927 to 1953, exiled from 1953-55, where he was again recognized as Sultan upon his return, and King from 1957 to 1961. He was the son of Sultan Yusef, upon whose death he succeeded to the throne. He was a member of the Alaouite Dynasty.

On 20 August 1953, the French who were occupying Morocco at the time forced Mohammed V and his family into exile on Corsica. A relative of his, Mohammed Ben Aarafa, was placed on the throne.

Mohammed V and his family were then transferred to Madagascar in January 1954. Mohammed V returned from exile on 16 November 1955, again recognized as Sultan after active opposition to the French protectorate. In February 1956 he successfully negotiated with France for the independence of Morroco, and in 1957 took the title of King.

Among his wives was Lalla Abla bint Tahar, who became the mother of his son and successor Hassan II.

The Mohammed V International Airport of Casablanca is named after him, as well as numerous universities and various public spaces across Morocco. There is an Avenue Mohammed V in nearly every Moroccan city.

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Preceded by: Yusef	Sultan of Morocco 1927–1953	Succeeded by: Mohammed Ben Aarafa
Preceded by: Mohammed Ben Aarafa	Sultan of Morocco 1955-1957	Succeeded by: Himself as King
Preceded by: Himself as Sultan	King of Morocco 1957–1961	Succeeded by: Hassan II