November 02

Aga Khan III, Sultan Sir Muhammad Shah, was born in Karachi on November 2, 1877. He succeeded his father, Aga Khan II, as imam when he was eight years old. Under his leadership, the office gained the most clout. The Aga Khan was a well-known figure in European society due to his personal appeal, vast fortune, and brilliance. His passion for horse racing aided his friendships with the great and renowned in politics, industry, and the arts. This was a family legacy, and the Aga Khan's stables were world-class. His horses won the Derby three times, as well as many other notable races.
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