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Mohammed V ( 10 August 1909 – 26 February 1961 ) () was Sultan of Morocco from 1927 – 53, exiled from 1953 – 55, where he was again recognized as Sultan upon his return, and King from 1957 to 1961.

His full name was Sidi Mohammed ben Yusef, or Son of ( Sultan ) Yusef, upon whose death he succeeded to the throne.

He was a member of the Alaouite Dynasty.