Hussein of Jordan Hussein of Jordan Hussein bin Talal (, "Al-Ḥusayn ibn Ṭalāl"; 14 November 1935 – 7 February 1999) reigned as King of Jordan from 11 August 1952 until his death. According to Hussein, he was a 40th-generation direct descendant of Muhammad as he belonged to the Hashemite family which has ruled Jordan since 1921. Hussein was born in Amman as the eldest child of Talal bin Abdullah and Zein Al-Sharaf. Hussein began his schooling in Amman, continuing his education abroad. After Talal became King of Jordan in 1951, Hussein was named heir apparent. The Parliament forced Talal to abdicate a year
King Hussein Cancer Center King Hussein Cancer Center The King Hussein Cancer Center (KHCC) (Arabic مركز الحسين للسرطان), is a medical center in Amman, Jordan. It treats both adult and pediatric patients. KHCC treats over 3500 new cancer patients every year from Jordan and the region. The Center was initially named Al-Amal center (hope center) founded in 1997 by the late King Hussein. In 2002, the center was renamed to the King Hussein Cancer Center in honor of the late King who died from cancer complications. The King Hussein Cancer Foundation (KHCF) undertakes various fundraising activities to support and maintain the mission of KHCC