Yazid ibn Abu Sufyan

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Yazid ibn Abu Sufyan was one of the companions of the Islamic prophet Muhammad.


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[edit] Biography

Yazid ibn Abu Sufyan was the son of Abu Sufyan ibn Harb, who was also the father of Muawiya [1].

Yazid was made governor by Umar, but died in a plague in 18 AH (638–639 CE)

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  1. ^ The biological relation between Yazid ibn Abu Sufyan and Muawiya is disputed


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