Lord of the Atlas

The Pasha of Marrakech

September 4, 2024

By Rania Elshanawy

By: Rania Basria / Arab America Contributing Writer Pasha of Marrakech” refers to a municipal governor or ruler in Marrakech, Morocco’s political, cultural, and economic hub. The title “Pasha” was used throughout the Ottoman Empire and the Muslim world, particularly Morocco, to refer to a high-ranking official or governor. The Pasha wielded considerable power in … Continued

Morocco’s Feudal Past: Who Was Thami El Glaoui, the “Lord of the Atlas?”

October 8, 2021

By Claire Boyle

By: Claire Boyle / Arab America Contributing Writer Introduction: Morocco has had a storied past, dating back centuries. Morocco’s background has brought a lot of interesting historical figures to the forefront, of which some were beneficial for the country and others who tried to maintain its feudal presence without recognizing its need for independence. Insert … Continued

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