Adolf Frederick vs King Faisal of Saudi Arabia

Adolf Frederick was crowned King of Sweden after the death of Frederick I. His coronation was conditional on the 1720 constitution, which left him with little real power, as the Riksdag dominated governance.

Adolf Frederick attempted to increase royal power by dismissing the Hat party government, but the Riksdag forced him to back down. The crisis highlighted the weakness of the monarchy during the Age of Liberty.

Adolf Frederick died in Stockholm after consuming a large meal of lobster, caviar, sauerkraut, and champagne, followed by 14 servings of his favorite dessert. His death was attributed to digestive issues, symbolizing his weak and indulgent rule.

King Faisal expanded education for both boys and girls, building schools and universities. He also sent students abroad for higher education, modernizing the Saudi workforce while maintaining conservative Islamic values.

King Faisal issued a decree abolishing slavery in Saudi Arabia. The move was part of his modernization efforts and was influenced by international pressure, though enforcement was gradual and faced resistance from traditional elites.

King Faisal led OPEC's oil embargo against the US and other allies of Israel during the Yom Kippur War. The embargo caused a global energy crisis, quadrupling oil prices and demonstrating the political power of oil-producing nations.

King Faisal was assassinated by his nephew, Prince Faisal bin Musaid, at a royal audience. The assassin was later executed. Faisal's death shocked the world and led to the succession of his brother, King Khalid.