Birthdate: April 3, 1885
Sun Sign: Aries
Birthplace: Badulla, Sri Lanka
Died: September 30, 1960
H. St John Philby, a British Arabist, explorer, writer, and colonial intelligence officer, was known for his significant contributions to shaping Saudi Arabia’s early development. He was the first Socialist to join the Indian Civil Service, became fluent in several Oriental languages, and converted to Islam in 1930. Philby served as an advisor to King Abdulaziz ibn Saud, playing a crucial role in uniting the Arabian Peninsula under Saudi rule. Additionally, he facilitated negotiations with the UK and US following the discovery of oil, further solidifying his impact on the region’s history.
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