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Abdul Hameed Shoman

1890-00-00 – 1974-01-01

Portrait of Abdul Hameed Shoman
Abdul Hameed Shoman in 1960s.Credit: Unknown author

Life & Legacy

Abdel Hamid Shoman (Arabic: عبد الحميد شومان; born in 1888 – died on September 12, 1974) was a prominent Palestinian businessman, philanthropist, and banker. He is best known as the founder of the Arab Bank (Arabic: البنك العربي), which became one of the largest financial institutions in the Middle East. Shoman's contributions to the region's banking sector and his philanthropic efforts have left a lasting legacy.

Occupation & Career

businessperson, banker

Education

American University of Beirut

Legacy Highlights

Organizations & Memberships

The Nationalism Committee in Palestine

Education & Institutions

American University of Beirut

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Sources & Provenance

  1. Wikidata population candidate Q2821414 — wikidata View source

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