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How many years after reconquering Riyadh did Ibn Saud form the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia?

  • 30 years

  • 10 years

  • 50 years

  • 20 years

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Ibn Saud conquered Riyadh in 1902. The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia was founded in 1932, thirty years later. During this time, Ibn Saud expanded his power base by conquering neighboring regions, including Al-Hasa, Najd, and Hijaz. He also negotiated treaties with the British, who recognized him as the ruler of the Nejd and Hijaz.
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