1921 The British divided their mandate in two. East of the river Jordan became the emirate of Transjordan and was ruled by Faysal’s brother Abdullah. West of the Jordan became the Palestine mandate and remained under British control.Pictured, Emir of Transjordan and the ruler of Kerak, Abdullah Hussain with his three servants
Photograph: Topical Press Agency/Hulton Archive
The Guardian
Comments