Military · Politics · 1953–2001

Ahmad Shah Massoud — Age, Birthday & Biography

Born: 2 September 1953 · Died: 9 September 2001 · Age at death: 48

How old was Ahmad Shah Massoud when he died?

Ahmad Shah Massoud died aged 48. He was born on 2 September 1953 and died on 9 September 2001.

Afghan military commander who led the resistance against Soviet occupation

Did you know?He was a talented chess player and reportedly carried a board with him even during his intense military campaigns.

Ahmad Shah Massoud (c. 1953 – 9 September 2001) was an Afghan military leader and politician. Known as the "Lion of Panjshir", he was the foremost commander of the Afghan mujahideen against Soviet occupation during the Soviet–Afghan War from 1979 to 1989.

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Age at death: 48
Would be: 73
Years since death: 25

Born: September 2, 1953 · Bazarak, Afghanistan
Died: September 9, 2001
Cause of death: Bomb attack
Nationality: Islamic State of Afghanistan
Known for: Military, Politics

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