Sultan Jamalul Kiram III was the last Sultan of the Sultanate of Sulu, a historical state in the southern Philippines. He was born on November 24, 1891, and became Sultan in 1920. His reign was marked by challenges, including the decline of the sultanate's influence and the increasing control of the Philippine government over the region. Jamalul Kiram III was known for his efforts to preserve the cultural heritage of the Sulu Archipelago. He passed away on October 20, 1936, and his legacy continues to be a significant part of the history of the Philippines and the Muslim community in the region.