Saud Collection

Al-Shumaisi Hospital (now the King Saud Medical Centre), Riyadh - Saudi Arabia. Date: circa 1950s

Among other Middle East rulers, King Ibn Saud, of Saudi Arabia, 1945. Ibn Saud (1875-1953) met with Churchill in the Grand Hotel du Lac on the shores of the FFaiyum Oasis, fifty miles south of Cairo

Chiefs from Arabia and the Gulf visiting the King, 1919
Seeing the sights of London: some of the chiefs from Central Arabia and the Gulf Littoral on a mission to King George V in 1919

Stele with Liyanite dedication to the God Dhu Ghabat. 5th-2nd century BC. Red sandstone; 86x37x30cm al- Ula. Departament of Archaeology Museum, King Saud University, Riyadh. Saudi Arabia. Pre-Islam

ABDUL-AZIZ IBN-SAUD (1880-1953). King of Saudi Arabia, 1932-1953. Meeting with United States Army Air Force General Ralph Royce in Saudi Arabia. Photograph, c1944

Abdul Aziz Ibn Saud
ABDUL AZIZ IBN SAUD SAUDI ARABIAN ROYALTY Photo taken in the 1930s of the self-proclaimed Sultan of Saudi Arabia, who united many kingdoms under his name

Prince Emir Saud visit Emir Abdullah Amman Transjordan
Prince Emir Sauds visit to Emir Abdullah in Amman, Transjordan. Camel Corps of Arab Legion, camel drill. 1935, Jordan, Amman

Arabic peninsula. Pre-Islam. Head of a man. 1st century BC-2nd century AD. Cast bronze. H. 40 cm. Qaryat al-Faw. Department of Archaeology Museum, King Saud University, Riyadh. Saudi Arabia

HMS Sirius paying a courtesy visit to Saudi Arabia - killing the sheep presented by King Ibn Saud to the crew at Jeddah. Date: 1946

Amir Khaled, left, and Amir Faisal, sons of King Ibn Saud of Saudi Arabia, c1941. Faisal reigned 1964-1975, Khaled 1975-1982

Anglo-Arabian Gathering
Ibn Saud, Sir Percy Cox and Miss Gertrude Bell at Basra, Iraq (Mesopotamia) 1917

Great Arab Rulers visit the British Residence at Basra
Ibn Saud, Sir Percy Cox, Miss Gertrude Bell

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"Saud: A Legacy of Leadership and Diplomacy in Saudi Arabia" In the heart of Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, lies the historic Al-Shumaisi Hospital, now known as the King Saud Medical Centre. This institution stands as a testament to the visionary leadership of King Ibn Saud, who played a pivotal role in shaping modern Saudi Arabia. Dating back to 1945, among other Middle East rulers, King Ibn Saud's influence was unparalleled. His reign saw significant advancements in healthcare infrastructure and services across the kingdom. Delving deeper into history, we discover a stele with Liyanite dedication to the God Dhu Ghabat from the 5th-2nd century BC. This artifact provides glimpses into pre-Islamic Arabian culture on the Arabic peninsula and showcases their religious practices. One cannot discuss Saudi Arabian history without mentioning Abdul Aziz Ibn Saud - a towering figure who became king in 1932 until his passing in 1953. Under his rule, Saudi Arabia experienced tremendous growth and development that laid strong foundations for future generations. The significance of diplomacy is evident through Prince Emir Saud's visits to Emir Abdullah Amman Transjordan. These diplomatic exchanges fostered alliances between nations and strengthened regional stability during crucial times. Saud's legacy extends beyond borders; it encompasses cultural preservation and historical artifacts such as an intricately carved head dating back to the 1st century BC-2nd century AD. These treasures serve as reminders of our rich heritage and connect us with our ancestors' stories. As we reflect upon "Saud, " we are reminded of a lineage characterized by leadership, progressiveness, diplomacy, and reverence for history. The contributions made by these influential figures have shaped not only Saudi Arabia but also left an indelible mark on global affairs.