II of Jordan issued a quick and forceful military response. The monarch has since emerged as

a force to be reckoned with. So who is King Abdullah II and why is everyone calling him

the Warrior King?

Prince Abdullah is born in Amman, Jordan in 1962.

His military career begins in 1980 where he attends the UK Royal Military Academy. He

serves in the British Army before returning home to join Jordan's armed forces.

In the 90’s Prince Abdullah assumes command of Jordan's Special Forces, an elite military

unit tasked with defending state security.

Following the death of his father, Abdullah ascends the throne.

In the early days of his reign, it’s reported that Abdullah dons elaborate disguises to

enable him to see what conditions are really like in Jordan. As a result, he increases

anti-corruption efforts and initiatives to stimulate business and foreign investment

in Jordan.  

He also strengthens Jordan’s military force with sophisticated weaponry and a fleet of

F-16 fighter jets. Jordan is a consistent force in the fight against Islamic militant

groups who threaten their borders.

Following the ISIS execution of a Jordanian fighter pilot, King Abdullah orders waves

of air strikes on ISIS targets in Syria.

The Royal Hashemite Court releases a picture of King Abdullah in full military gear. The

image prompts reports of his skills as a Cobra attack helicopter pilot, scuba diver and parachutist.

Coupled with his hardline stance against ISIS, the press nicknames Abdullah the ‘Warrior

King’.

So what do you think of King Abdullah? Tell us in the comments below and for more detail

on Jordan’s response to ISIS click here to watch our video.