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Wattasid Assumption of Rule

When
1472
Where
Fez
Part of
Foundation of the Kingdom of Fez

The Wattasids, formerly viziers under the Marinids, succeeded as rulers of Morocco from Fez in 1472.

This event marks the transition of power to the Wattasid dynasty. As a Zenata group, they had previously served in administrative roles under the Marinid sultans before taking direct control of the state from the city of Fez.

Sources

  1. Fez, Morocco Wikipedia

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