Hamzat Bek

ModernRevolutionaryDagestan1789 — 1834

Second imam of the Caucasian Imamate.

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Quick Facts

Born

1789

Died

1834

Country

Dagestan

Era

Modern

Occupation

Revolutionary

Score Overview

Military (10%)30

Political (20%)37

Influence (20%)50

Legacy (20%)42

Leadership (15%)47

Strategy (15%)60

Total Score44.5

Hamzat Bek — Complete Timeline

1832 AD

Proclaimed Second Imam of DagestanPolitical Action◆ Major

Following Ghazi Muhammad's death, Hamzat Bek was elected as the second imam of the Caucasian Imamate. He continued the jihad against Russia, consolidating power in Dagestan and expanding the rebellion.

Caucasian WarLeadershipSuccession

Impact: regionalconstructive

1834 AD

Capture of KhunzakhWar◆ Major

Hamzat Bek's forces captured the Avar capital of Khunzakh, killing the ruling khans. This victory eliminated a major pro-Russian dynasty and extended his control over central Dagestan.

Caucasian WarVictoryAvar Khanate

Impact: regionaldestructive

Assassination in Khunzakh MosquePolitical Action

Hamzat Bek was assassinated by a group of Avars led by Hadji Murad in the Khunzakh mosque. The killers sought revenge for the deaths of the Avar khans. His death created a power vacuum filled by Shamil.

AssassinationCaucasian WarRevenge

Impact: regionaltragic