Al-Mutawakkil I of Cairo

MedievalEmperorAbbasid Caliphate1340 — 1406

Multiple-deposed caliph, partially restored.

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Quick Facts

Born

1340

Died

1406

Country

Abbasid Caliphate

Era

Medieval

Occupation

Emperor

Score Overview

Military (10%)20

Political (20%)31

Influence (20%)47

Legacy (20%)38

Leadership (15%)34

Strategy (15%)45

Total Score37.3

Al-Mutawakkil I of Cairo — Complete Timeline

1363 AD

First Installation as CaliphPolitical Action◆ Major

Al-Mutawakkil I was installed as caliph by Sultan Al-Ashraf Sha'ban after the deposition of Al-Mutadid I. This began a tumultuous reign marked by multiple depositions and restorations.

Caliphal Installation

1377 AD

First DepositionPolitical Action◆ Major

Al-Mutawakkil I was deposed by Sultan Al-Ashraf Sha'ban, likely due to political intrigue. He was replaced by another Abbasid, but later restored, demonstrating the caliph's precarious position.

DepositionPolitical Instability

destructive

1389 AD

Second Deposition and RestorationPolitical Action◆ Major

Al-Mutawakkil I was deposed again during the rebellion of Mintash against Sultan Barquq. After Barquq's victory, Al-Mutawakkil I was restored to the caliphate, but his authority remained purely ceremonial.

DepositionRestorationMamluk Politics

1406 AD

Final DepositionPolitical Action◆ Major

Al-Mutawakkil I was deposed for a third time by Sultan Faraj. He died in captivity shortly after. His multiple depositions highlight the caliph's role as a pawn in Mamluk power struggles.

DepositionDeathMamluk Control

tragic