43. The Birth of Saudi Arabia
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Ibn Saud's Religious Power and Economic Transformation
This chapter explores the implications of Ibn Saud's control over key religious sites like Mecca and Medina, focusing on the financial benefits derived from pilgrimage taxes. It sets the stage for a discussion on the burgeoning oil industry in the 1920s, marking a significant economic transition for Saudi Arabia.
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