Then in 1929, the tax was doubled. Riots broke out in numerous cities, and a substantial group escaped to Bahrain and asked for protection with the British consul. The governor of Qatif responded with intimidation and mass imprisonments. A number of notables wrote letters to King Abdulaziz voicing their issues. https://paxtonud9f0.bloggip.com/31467337/the-best-side-of-eastern-province