King Hassan II — Moroccan Royalty born on July 09, 1929, died on July 23, 1999

King Hassan II; 9 July 1929 – 23 July 1999) was King of Morocco from 1961 until his death in 1999. He is the eldest son of Mohammed V, Sultan, then King of Morocco, and his second wife, Lalla Abla bint Tahar... (wikipedia)

It is not cowardly, quite the contrary, to seek to meet the adversary and know his intentions. However, it is cowardly, shameful and treasonable to lay down arms.
I beg the Most High to allow me the favour of the double reward, but if God only finds me worthy of one reward, I will accept it in all humility.