The History of the Decline and Fall of the Roman Empire · Character
Al-Walid I
Also known as Walid
- Minor
- First seen · Book 1 · Ch. 236
There's something measured and far-seeing about this ruler, a man whose decisions ripple across vast territories and unknown frontiers. His presence suggests someone who understands both the weight of tradition and the necessity of expansion.
- Gender
- male
- Age
- Middle-aged adult
- First appears
- Book 1 · Ch. 236
- Books
- 1
Al-Walid I ruled as Umayyad caliph during a period of remarkable Islamic expansion, giving permission for the conquest of Spain and the annexation of unknown western kingdoms. His reign also saw the exclusion of Greek from public revenue accounts, marking a significant shift in administrative language and cultural identity across the expanding Islamic world.
Description
A middle-aged caliph whose flowing robes of fine fabric and turban reflect both his religious authority and political power. His features carry the dignified bearing of Arab nobility, and his presence suggests someone accustomed to making decisions that affect the fate of empires. The quality of his garments and the measured way he carries himself speak to his position at the center of a vast and expanding realm.
Story so far
BOOK 1The History of the Decline and Fall of the Roman Empire / Table of Contents with links in the HTML file to the two Project Gutenberg editions (12 volumes)
Appearances
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