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 Fujairah Crown Prince receives family of British airman died in WW II
Posted on 28/01/2010
H.H. Sheikh Mohammed bin Hamad bin Mohammed Al Sharqi, Crown Prince of Fujairah, received yesterday Mrs. June Botten, niece of the British airman, Sergeant William Donnelly, who died in a crash of the Wellington bomber of Britain's Royal Air Force at Sayh Dhadnah in Fujairah during the World War II.
Sheikh Mohammed welcomed the family of the airman, and highlighted the longstanding, historic relations between the UAE and UK.
The Donnelly family expressed gratitude to H.H. Sheikh Hamad bin
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 Memorial to World War Two plane crash unveiled
Posted on 28/01/2010
Dhadnah, Fujairah - Nearly seventy years after a Wellington bomber of Britain's Royal Air Force crash-landed at Sayh Dhadnah, in Fujairah, a memorial stone was unveiled today at the site, commemorating both the crash and a British airman, Sergeant William (‘Billy') Donnelly, who died as a result of the crash. The crash took place on 14 February 1943.
In a statement issued to mark the occasion, HH Sheikh Hamad bin Mohammed Al Sharqi, Supreme Council member and Ruler of Fujairah, said: "The
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 Legacy of Sheikh Zayed a beacon for new generations
Posted on 21/05/2009
Preserving forefathers' legacies is the responsibility of new generations as it helps them in building the future and protecting the identity and values, said a top government official at the centennial death anniversary of the Sheikh Zayed the Great.
The centenary, held on Tuesday evening at the historic Al Jahili Fort, was part of a public education campaign to rediscover great historical figures in the Emirate of Abu Dhabi and the UAE.
Paying rich tributes to Sheikh Zayed Bin Khalifa Al
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![]() Emirate to mark 100th anniversary of the death of Zayed the Great
Posted on 12/05/2009
A two-day celebration to commemorate the 100th anniversary of the death of Sheikh Zayed bin Khalifa al Nahyan – Zayed the First – will take place in the Jahili Fort in Al Ain next week.
The fort was built by the Sheikh, who ruled Abu Dhabi from 1855 to 1909, the longest reign in the emirate's history. Sheikh Zayed, who is also known as Zayed the Great, died on May 19 1909.
The commemorative ceremonies, which are being organised by the Abu Dhabi Authority for Culture and Heritage (Adach) will
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 NCDR publishes new book on UAE history
Posted on 26/03/2009
The National Center for Documentation and Research (NCDR) yesterday launched its latest publication "New Perspectives in Recording UAE History".
The volume includes 25 papers by outstanding historians and scientists, delving deep into the distant past and documenting millions of years of UAE history in light of recent archeological discoveries. All the papers were translated into Arabic/English. Advance copies were presented to media representatives.
The publication comes within the context
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![]() History of Al Qawasim to captivate opera audience
Posted on 21/02/2009
In an aesthetic tribute to HH Sheikh Saqr bin Mohammed Al Qasimi, UAE Supreme Council member and ruler of Ras al-Khaimah on the occasion of the 60th anniversary of his accession, an opera is taking its final shape at the Cultural Centre Theatres here.
Rehearsals are in full swing to weave the spectacular musical drama in a captivating flow narrating the history of Al- Qawasim, thanks to an initiative from the RAK Department of Customs and Ports, the organisers of the event.
Renowned director
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 New archive to protect ‘memory of the nation’
Posted on 10/02/2009
More than 400 government and cultural representatives, librarians and archivists gathered at a workshop yesterday dedicated to ensuring that the "memory of the nation” would be officially protected through a permanent national archive.
The plan to establish an integrated and comprehensive national archive in 15 years is being led by the National Centre for Documentation and Research, which will co-ordinate between the different ministries and governmental offices.
"There is no developed
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 Hanif opens CDR's international conference on UAE History
Posted on 24/11/2008
Minister of Education Dr. Hanif Hassan and Deputy Chairman of the Center for Documentation and Research (CDR) opened yesterday an international conference on UAE history organised by the CDR to mark its 40th anniversary.
Being convened under the patronage of HH Sheikh Mansour bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Minister of Presidential Affairs and CDR Chairman, the three-day forum's goal is to offer new perspectives on the history of the UAE based on latest archaeological, historical and academic research.
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![]() Historic witness to RAK's defence
Posted on 21/11/2008
Dhayah Fort is the only castle standing atop a mountainous dune in the UAE, which was used by ancient tribes as an armed zone to ward off invaders.
Historic records on the Dhayah Fort clearly show that it has been used by guerrillas that fought the invaders. The fort can accommodate limited numbers of people, but it proved historically and militarily successful in facing the invaders.
Emirati historians said many historic books have been prepared on the Dhayah Fort, which was the last
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![]() Dubai launches Bastakiya revival project
Posted on 25/05/2008
Dubai has launched a project to revive Al Bastakiya district, one of the most historic landmarks in the emirate.
President of Dubai Event Management Corporation (DEMC) Sheikh Ahmed Bin Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum on Saturday announced that the Corporation had been mandated to revive the district under the directive of the Vice-President and Prime Minister of the UAE and the Ruler of Dubai His Highness Sheikh Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum.
"The project is in line with the vision of the
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![]() Documentary on UAE history goes on show
Posted on 04/05/2008
A documentary featuring the UAE history was screened here last night at the Emirates Palace. Premised on the archaeological discoveries spanning back to 150,000 years, the film chronologically depicts the development of the UAE society from time immemorial to the present day. The film was screened in the presence of Sheikh Nahyan bin Mubarak Al Nahyan, Minister of Higher Education and Scientific Research along with a number of officials, intellectuals, academicians and media personnel.
Titled
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 A treasury of national pride in cyberspace
Posted on 28/11/2007
Fast-fading memories are to be captured online in an archive of the UAE's heritage as part of an initiative launched to celebrate the 36th National Day. National Treasures on watani.tv, a web-based television portal, was created by the national social development programme, Watani. The new tool will be open to everyone, including those living in or visiting the UAE, and will act as a platform to share views and life experiences.
Through the portal Watani aims to provide an opportunity to
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 Abu Dhabi hosts "Walk into Islamic History" Exhibition
Posted on 04/09/2007
The UAE capital city of Abu Dhabi will play host to an exhibition on Islamic history and heritage. The "Walk into Islamic History" exhibition is patronized by General Sheikh Mohammad Bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi, Deputy Supreme Commander of UAE Armed Forces and is organized by Abu Dhabi Music and Arts Foundation at the premises Abu Dhabi Cultural Foundation in collaboration with Abu Dhabi Authority for Culture and Heritage (ADACH).
Member and Founder of Abu Dhabi Music and
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 How did Dubai, Abu Dhabi and other cities get their names? Experts reveal all
Posted on 10/03/2007
What's in a name? Evidently, a whole world of meaning and significance. A name lends its bearer, be it people, culture or nation identity and recognition.
A city, for instance, derives its name from its geography or history. Often, some of the great city names are rooted in mythology. Athens for example is named after the Greek goddess Athena. The city's name is world famous and resonates easily in collective recognition.
When it comes to unravelling the origins and meanings of the
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 Taking time out for a walk on the wild side
Posted on 04/11/2006
For nature lovers in need of a heavy injection of greenery the Dubai Natural History Group came as a welcome fix when it first formed 20 years ago, and continues to draw scenery-starved residents.
Open to people who have a love for the outdoors, mountains and desert landscapes, archaeology and animals, the Dubai Natural History Group (DNHG) now boasts around 250 members who range from amateur researchers to simple appreciators of species-filled, wide open spaces.
The all-volunteer group
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