Jaber II Al-Sabah
8th Ruler of the Sheikhdom of Kuwait
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Jaber II Al-Mubarak Al-Sabah, CSI (1860 – 5 February 1917), was the eighth ruler of the Sheikhdom of Kuwait from the Al-Sabah dynasty.[1] He was the eldest son of Mubarak Al-Sabah and is the ancestor of the Al-Jaber branch of the Al-Sabah family. He ruled the country from 28 November 1915 to his death on 5 February 1917 and was succeeded by his brother, Salim Al-Mubarak Al-Sabah.
Reign28 November 1915 – 5 February 1917
Sheikhdom of Kuwait
Sheikhdom of Kuwait
PredecessorMubarak I
SuccessorSalim I
Born1860
Sheikhdom of Kuwait
Sheikhdom of Kuwait
| Jaber Mubarak Al-Sabah II Al-Sabah | |
|---|---|
 Jaber Mubarak Al-Sabah II Al-Sabah | |
| 8th Ruler of Kuwait | |
| Reign | 28 November 1915 – 5 February 1917 Sheikhdom of Kuwait |
| Predecessor | Mubarak I |
| Successor | Salim I |
| Born | 1860 Sheikhdom of Kuwait |
| Died | 5 February 1917 (aged 56–57) |
| Issue | Ahmad Hamud Mariam |
| House | Al-Sabah |
| Father | Mubarak I |
Although his reign was very short, Jaber is known for economic reforms he initiated.[1]
Honours and awards
- Companion of the Order of the Star of India (CSI): Conferred in the 1916 Birthday Honours.[2] Awarded 23 November 1916[3]
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