Hussein bin Ali was a prominent Arab leader and the Sharif of Mecca from 1908 until 1924. He is best known for his role in the Arab Revolt against the Ottoman Empire during World War I, where he sought to establish an independent Arab state. Hussein's leadership was supported by the British, who promised assistance in exchange for Arab support against the Ottomans. After the war, Hussein declared himself King of the Arab Kingdom of Syria in 1920, but his reign was short-lived due to the French occupation. He later became the King of the Hejaz, a position he held until he was deposed in 1924. Hussein bin Ali is remembered for his efforts in promoting Arab nationalism.