Qusay Hussein 1966 – 2003

Biography

Qusay Hussein was born on May 17, 1966, in Baghdad, Iraq. He lived during a significant period in his nation’s history and was involved in political affairs throughout his adult life. His life spanned thirty-seven years, during which he witnessed and participated in major events that shaped his country.

On July 22, 2003, Qusay Hussein died in Mosul from a gunshot wound. His death marked the end of a notable chapter in Iraqi history during a turbulent time for the nation. Following his passing, he was laid to rest in Al-Awja, located in Saladin Governorate, Iraq, where his family maintained connections to the region.

His life and death remain part of the historical record of early 21st-century Iraq. Though his time was brief by some measures, the circumstances of his life and death reflect the complexities of his era. He is remembered as a figure whose legacy continues to be studied and discussed in the context of Iraqi political history.