About Baba Ibrahim Dey
Baba Ibrahim Dey was a Turkish politician.
Ibrahim ben Ramdan or Baba Ibrahim was the 14th ruler and Dey of Algiers. He ruled 15 years after his predecessor Baba Abdi.
Early life He was Khaznadar (treasurer) under the previous dey, Baba Abdi.
Rule He was elected Dey on 3 September 1732.
His reign started off with a decisive defeat at the hands of the Spain during the Siege of Oran in 1732. This defeat led to the loss of the strategic city of Oran and Mers El Kébir, and Spain gaining a foothold in Algeria.
He gained a victory over the Beylik of Tunis during the Algerian-Tunisian war of 1735, securing the annual payment of 50,000 Piastres.
He abdicated in 1745, citing old age. His nephew, Ibrahim Kouchouk was elected as the next dey.
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Who was Baba Ibrahim Dey?
dey of Algiers
When was Baba Ibrahim Dey born?
Baba Ibrahim Dey was born in Algiers.
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Baba Ibrahim Dey was a politician.
What nationality was Baba Ibrahim Dey?
Baba Ibrahim Dey was Turkish.
Sources & further reading
· Wikipedia: Baba Ibrahim Dey
· DBpedia: Ibrahim ben Ramdan Dey
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