Ottoman Empire's Influence in the Gulf Region
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What was the primary motivation behind the Ottoman military campaign to al-Ahsa and Qatar in 1871?

  • To counter the growing British influence in the region (correct)
  • To expand their spiritual influence in the Gulf region
  • To establish a strong presence in the Arabian Gulf
  • To secure trade routes and protect transportation lines

    • What was the nature of Ottoman sovereignty over the Gulf region?

  • Economic and trade-based
  • Spiritual and nominal (correct)
  • Military and strategic
  • Complete and absolute control

    • How did the British secure their influence in the Arabian Gulf?

  • Through treaties and agreements with local Sheikhs (correct)
  • By establishing a strong naval presence in the Gulf
  • Through military conquests and annexations
  • By colonizing the region and imposing British rule

    • What was the initial Qatari response to the Ottoman presence in the region?

    <p>Welcome and cooperation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the outcome of the Ottoman military campaign in al-Ahsa and Qatar in 1871?

    <p>The Ottoman campaign failed to achieve its goals</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What role did Britain play in the Ottoman presence in the Arabian Gulf?

    <p>Clashed with the Ottomans and eventually eliminated their presence</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the primary reason for the Ottomans to send a military campaign to Al-Ahsa and Qatar in 1871?

    <p>To extend Ottoman authority over the Arabian Peninsula and support the state's religious influence</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who was the governor of Baghdad from 1869 to 1872?

    <p>Midhat Pasha</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the significance of the opening of the Suez Canal in 1869?

    <p>It highlighted the strategic importance of the Arabian Gulf region and facilitated Ottoman fleet's access to Basra</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the main reason for Prince Abdullah bin Faisal to request the assistance of the Ottoman governor of Baghdad, Midhat Pasha?

    <p>To assume power in Riyadh after his brother Saud succeeded in seizing Riyadh and Al-Ahsa</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the outcome of the 1871 Ottoman campaign against al-Ahsa?

    <p>The Ottomans succeeded in seizing al-Ahsa and Najd, and Midhat Pasha created the 'County of Najd'</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who led the naval fleet that supported the Ottoman campaign?

    <p>Sheikh Abdullah bin Sabah Al-Sabah</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the result of the Ottoman campaign and the imposition of Ottoman influence on Qatar?

    <p>Sheikh Jassim bin Mohammed welcomed Ottoman influence to combat British influence and pressures</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why did the Ottoman Empire's interest in the Arabian Gulf grow significantly in the late 1860s?

    <p>Due to the opening of the Suez Canal and the strategic importance of the Arabian Gulf region</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the result of the conflict between Prince Abdullah bin Faisal and his brother Saud?

    <p>Saud succeeded in seizing Riyadh and Al-Ahsa, and Prince Abdullah bin Faisal requested Ottoman assistance</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who was appointed as the governor of the new 'County of Najd' by Midhat Pasha?

    <p>Sheikh Abdullah bin Sabah Al-Sabah</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the main reason behind Sheikh Mohammed bin Thani's refusal to accept the Ottoman protection of Qatar?

    <p>He was loyal to the British and did not want to compromise their relationship.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why did Sheikh Jassim accept the Ottoman offer of protection?

    <p>He wanted to rid Qatar of the influence of Al Khalifa, the rulers of Bahrain.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the result of Sheikh Jassim's acceptance of Ottoman protection?

    <p>Qatar became an Ottoman district subordinate to the County of Najd.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why did Sheikh Jassim want to get rid of the Indian merchants (Al-Banyan) who were British subjects?

    <p>They were competing with the local people in trade and the pearling industry.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the significance of the Ottoman Sultan's position as the Caliph of the Muslims?

    <p>It made Sheikh Jassim loyal to the Ottoman Empire.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the Ottoman military force's role in Qatar in 1872?

    <p>To defend Qatar against external aggression and symbolize Ottoman rule.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How did Britain respond to Sheikh Jassim's acceptance of Ottoman sovereignty?

    <p>The British political resident's assistant, Major Grant, visited Doha and asked Sheikh Jassim about his acceptance of Ottoman protection.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the result of Sheikh Jassim's acceptance of Ottoman sovereignty in terms of Qatar's internal administration?

    <p>Jassim ran Qatar's affairs without contest, while the Ottoman forces took responsibility for Qatar's external protection.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the main goal of Sheikh Jassim's decision to accept Ottoman sovereignty?

    <p>To use the rivalry between the two major powers to maintain Qatari independence and freedom of movement.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the significance of the Ottoman ship “Ashur” arriving in Qatar in 1872?

    <p>It brought more artillery to support the Ottoman presence in Qatar.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What did Midhat Pasha consider the County of Najd to include after his visit in 1871?

    <p>Najd, al-Ahsa, Qatar, Bahrain, the Oman Coast, and Masqat</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the British government's response to the Ottoman campaign in Qatar and al-Ahsa in 1871?

    <p>They commissioned the British Resident in the Gulf to reassure the rulers of Bahrain and Muscat</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the outcome of the 1871 Ottoman campaign in al-Ahsa and Qatar?

    <p>The rulers of Qatar and Kuwait announced their loyalty to the Ottoman Empire</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What motivated the British to undertake an extensive maritime survey in the Gulf after 1871?

    <p>To monitor the Ottoman naval presence</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who became the sole ruler of Qatar on December 18, 1878?

    <p>Sheikh Jassim</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What did Sheikh Jassim believe about the Ottoman presence in the region?

    <p>That it was a minor concern compared to British influence</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the result of Sheikh Jassim's efforts to obtain recognition from the British and Ottomans?

    <p>Qatar gained recognition as an independent state</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What did Sultan Abdul Hamid decree in 1884 to reward Sheikh Jassim's loyalty?

    <p>A higher Ottoman rank</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the significance of Midhat Pasha's term in Iraq ending?

    <p>It resulted in the campaign's results not lasting long</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why did Sheikh Jassim believe that a limited Ottoman presence was acceptable?

    <p>Because it would not restrict his leadership or political ambitions</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was Sheikh Jassim's initial intention when he accepted Ottoman sovereignty?

    <p>To avoid Ottoman interference in Qatar's administrative affairs</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What prompted Sheikh Jassim to give up his title of governor?

    <p>The Ottoman Empire's decision to establish a customs administration in Qatar</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the outcome of the Battle of Wajbah?

    <p>The Qatari forces achieved victory over the Ottoman forces</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why did the British confiscate Sheikh Jassim's property in Bahrain and Bombay?

    <p>Because Sheikh Jassim deported Indian merchants from Doha</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What did Nafiz Pasha, the governor of Al-Ahsa, do in Doha in 1887?

    <p>He built a warehouse for coal to supply Turkish ships with fuel</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the purpose of the Ottoman plan to establish direct Ottoman administration in Qatar between 1887-1891?

    <p>To increase Ottoman influence in Qatar</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What did Qasim Agha, the commander of the Ottoman garrison in Qatar, do in 1875?

    <p>He increased the fees he would take from the Qataris</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why did Sheikh Jassim ask for British protection?

    <p>Because he wanted to reduce Ottoman influence in Qatar</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What did the Ottoman Empire reward Sheikh Jassim with?

    <p>Medals</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the outcome of Muhammad Rahim Safar's meeting with Sheikh Jassim?

    <p>Sheikh Jassim was warned that he would meet the same fate as Ahmed 'Urabi</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the reason for Sheikh Jassim's refusal to pay the costs of the military campaign against Zubara?

    <p>He argued that the Ottoman administration was responsible for the problem.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What happened to the Bahraini ships seized by Sheikh Jassim's men?

    <p>They were returned to Bahrain.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why did the Ottoman empire not take action against the British attack on Zubara?

    <p>They only protested against the attack.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the result of the British attack on Zubara on Sheikh Jassim's relationship with the Ottoman state?

    <p>It weakened their alliance.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What did Sheikh Jassim refuse to participate in?

    <p>The Ottoman-Greek wars.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who attacked the Huwajir inside Qatari territory in 1898?

    <p>Mubarak Al-Sabah, the Sheikh of Kuwait.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the main issue that Hafiz Pasha demanded from Sheikh Jassim during the negotiations?

    <p>Pay back taxes to the Ottoman Empire for 15 years</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the immediate consequence of Hafiz Pasha imprisoning Ahmad Al Thani and 12 important Qatari leaders?

    <p>The Ottomans laid siege to Doha</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was Sheikh Jassim's strategy to deal with the Ottoman forces?

    <p>Tricking them into thinking he had left Qatar</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the outcome of the 1893 Battle of Wajbah?

    <p>The Qatari forces emerged victorious</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was one of the key factors that contributed to the Qatari forces' victory?

    <p>Their control over the water wells</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was Hafiz Pasha's request to Sheikh Jassim after the Battle of Wajbah?

    <p>For amnesty and a truce</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the outcome of Sheikh Jassim's refusal to accept British protection over Qatar?

    <p>The Ottoman Sultan recognized Sheikh Jassim's autonomy</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the significance of the 1893 Battle of Wajbah in Qatar's modern history?

    <p>It demonstrated Sheikh Jassim's courage and leadership</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the consequence of the Ottoman defeat in the 1893 Battle of Wajbah?

    <p>The Ottoman government dismissed Hafiz Pasha</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What did Sheikh Jassim do to show his good intentions after the Battle of Wajbah?

    <p>He released all Ottoman prisoners</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the main reason Sheikh Jassim refused to accept the Ottoman reforms in 1889?

    <p>He wanted to maintain his independence and customs revenue</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who did the Ottoman administration in Basra appoint as governor in place of Sheikh Jassim in 1882?

    <p>Muhammad bin Abd al-Wahhab bin Nasser al-Sabia’i</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the reason for the Ottoman administration's objection to Sheikh Jassim's rule in Qatar?

    <p>All of the above</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What did Sheikh Jassim do in response to the Ottoman administration's plan to impose control in Qatar?

    <p>He resigned from the position of governor of Qatar</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who led the Ottoman force that arrived in Doha in February 1893?

    <p>Mehmed Hafiz Pasha</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the reason for Sheikh Jassim to present his resignation from the position of governor of Qatar?

    <p>He was too old to continue to rule</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the outcome of Sheikh Jassim's letter to the authorities in Istanbul?

    <p>The situation deteriorated, and the crisis worsened</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the condition for the Ottoman government to issue a general amnesty to Sheikh Jassim?

    <p>He had to return the weapons he seized from the Ottomans during the battle</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Where did Sheikh Jassim make a settlement in preparation for a confrontation with the Ottomans?

    <p>Wajba</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who was granted the position of governor of Qatar after Sheikh Jassim's resignation?

    <p>Sheikh Ahmad bin Mohammad Al Thani</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why did the British attack the Zubara port in 1895?

    <p>The bin Ali tribe had taken refuge in Zubara and the British were afraid of an Ottoman attack on Bahrain</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the reason for the Ottoman governor's rejection of Sheikh Jassim's resignation?

    <p>He wanted Sheikh Jassim to continue his work</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What did Sheikh Jassim cite as the reason for not appearing before Hafiz Pasha?

    <p>He was old and sick</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the result of the British attack on Zubara in 1895?

    <p>The Zubara fort was destroyed and many ships were confiscated</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What did Sheikh Jassim do after the British attack on Zubara?

    <p>He raised a truce flag and sent a letter of apology to the British resident</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who sent a force to help with the attack on Qatar?

    <p>Mohammad Al Sabah, the Sheikh of Kuwait</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was one of the conditions that Sheikh Jassim accepted after the British attack on Zubara?

    <p>He had to return the bin Ali tribe to Bahrain</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who was assassinated by one of his servants in 1905?

    <p>Sheikh Ahmad bin Mohammad Al Thani</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the relationship between Sheikh Jassim and his son Sheikh Abdullah bin Jassim Al Thani?

    <p>Sheikh Abdullah was Sheikh Jassim's son and helped him in governing Qatar</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why did the Ottoman governor of al-Ahsa welcome the bin Ali tribe's request to enter Ottoman protection?

    <p>The Ottoman governor wanted to counter the British influence in the region</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The Ottoman presence in the Arabian Gulf and Qatar was strong during the second half of the 19th century.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The British allowed the Ottomans to establish a strong presence in the Arabian Gulf.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The Ottoman military campaign in 1871 achieved its goals in Qatar and al-Ahsa.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The British secured their influence in the Arabian Gulf through violence and military campaigns.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Sheikh Jassim initially welcomed the Ottoman presence in Qatar.

    <p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The Ottoman Empire's interest in the Arabian Gulf declined significantly in the late 1860s.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Sheikh Jassim maintained a good relationship with the Ottomans throughout his life.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The Battle of Wajbah resulted in a victory for the Ottoman forces.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The Ottomans established a customs administration in Qatar in 1887 to increase the country's financial resources.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Sheikh Jassim gave up his title of governor after the Ottomans established a customs administration in Qatar.

    <p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The British completely trusted Sheikh Jassim and supported him against the Ottoman Empire.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Sheikh Jassim accepted the Ottomans' plan to establish direct Ottoman administration in Qatar.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The Ottomans welcomed Sheikh Jassim's change of heart and stopped trying to impose their influence in Qatar.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Nafiz Pasha, the governor of Al-Ahsa, visited Doha in 1887 to establish a coal warehouse and increase the Ottoman garrison in Doha.

    <p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Sheikh Jassim was rewarded with medals by the Ottoman Empire for his cooperation.

    <p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The British confiscated Sheikh Jassim's property in Bahrain and Bombay because he opposed the Ottoman presence in Qatar.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Midhat Pasha considered the County of Najd to include Najd, al-Ahsa, Qatar, Bahrain, the Oman Coast and Masqat.

    <p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The British government commissioned the British Resident in the Gulf to reassure the rulers of Bahrain and Muscat that the campaign’s goal was to attack their property and lands.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The Ottoman campaign in Qatar and al-Ahsa in 1871 was only a land campaign.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Sheikh Jassim became the sole ruler of Qatar on December 18, 1878.

    <p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Sheikh Jassim's father, Sheikh Mohammed Bin Thani, raised the Ottoman flag over the ruler's palace in Doha.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The Ottoman Empire rewarded Sheikh Jassim with a lower Ottoman rank in 1884.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Sheikh Jassim's primary goal in accepting Ottoman sovereignty was to protect Qatar's coasts from the British.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The British undertook an extensive maritime survey to monitor the area after the Ottoman campaign.

    <p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The Ottoman fleet in the waters of the Gulf included five ships in 1871.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The British authorities in the Gulf took action against Saud bin Faisal's followers after they attacked Qatar.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Sheikh Jassim believed that the British influence clashed with his Hanbali Islamic beliefs and sovereignty over the country.

    <p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Qatar was exempt from paying taxes to the Ottoman Empire because it was a wealthy country.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The Ottoman military force in Qatar was responsible for the country's internal administration.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Sheikh Jassim was able to gain experience in administering the country's affairs by helping his father since he was an old man.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The Ottoman campaign in al-Ahsa and Qatar in 1871 established British rule in al-Ahsa.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The British political resident's assistant, Major Grant, visited Doha after Sheikh Jassim declared his acceptance of Ottoman sovereignty.

    <p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Sheikh Jassim accepted Ottoman sovereignty over Qatar to get rid of the British influence in the country.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The Ottoman ship 'Ashur' arrived in Qatar in 1872 carrying troops to support the Ottoman presence in Qatar.

    <p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Sheikh Jassim's acceptance of Ottoman sovereignty led to the Ottoman Empire taking control of Qatar's internal affairs.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The Ottoman Empire's presence in Qatar was a symbol of Ottoman rule and protection against external aggression.

    <p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Akif Pasha visited Doha in 1889 and convinced Sheikh Jassim to accept the Ottoman reforms.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Sheikh Jassim welcomed Ottoman rule in Qatar initially because he wanted to free himself from the taxes his father had committed to.

    <p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The Ottomans appointed Nasser bin Mubarak Al Khalifa as the governor of Qatar.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Sheikh Jassim sent a letter to the authorities in Istanbul requesting that they oppose Hafiz Pasha's policies.

    <p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Sheikh Jassim prepared for a confrontation with the Ottomans by leaving Qatar and settling in Wajba.

    <p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Hafiz Pasha rejected Sheikh Jassim's resignation and requested that he continue his work.

    <p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Sheikh Jassim's brother, Sheikh Ahmad bin Mohammad Al Thani, received Hafiz Pasha in Doha.

    <p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Sheikh Jassim declined to appear before Hafiz Pasha, citing his old age.

    <p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The Ottoman administration in Basra supported Sheikh Jassim's decision to prepare for a confrontation with the Ottomans.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Mubarak, the brother of the Sheikh of Kuwait, sent a force to help with the attack on Qatar.

    <p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The negotiations between Hafiz Pasha and Sheikh Jassim lasted for more than a month.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Hafiz Pasha demanded that Sheikh Jassim pay back taxes to the Ottoman Empire for 20 years.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Sheikh Jassim distributed his forces to several critical points and prepared an elaborate ambush for the Kuwaiti forces led by Mubarak Al Sabah.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The Qatari forces laid siege to the Ottomans at al-Shaqab and shelled the castle after seizing several Kuwaiti cannons.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The number of Ottoman soldiers killed reached 97, including a commander named Yusuf Effendi, in addition to many wounded and taken prisoner.

    <p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Hafiz Pasha requested amnesty and a truce from Sheikh Jassim, but Sheikh Jassim insisted that Hafiz Pasha release Sheikh Ahmad and the leading men of Qatar first.

    <p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The British tried to take advantage of the situation in Qatar by sending the British consul to Wakra.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Sheikh Jassim confirmed his continuing loyalty to the British Sultan and freed the Ottoman prisoners to show his good intentions.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The Ottoman government recognized the dangerous situation in Qatar and chose a military solution, dismissing the governor of Basra Hafiz Pasha.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The 1893 Battle of Wajbah was an insignificant event in the modern history of Qatar.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Sheikh Jassim refused to pay the costs of the military campaign against Zubara.

    <p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The Ottoman Empire took action against the British attack on Zubara.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Sheikh Jassim participated in bearing the expenses of the Ottoman-Greek wars.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The bin Ali tribe entirely returned to Bahrain after the crisis.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Sheikh Jassim remained on bad terms with the British and the Ottomans throughout this period.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Mubarak Al-Sabah, the Sheikh of Kuwait, attacked the Huwajir inside Omani territory in 1898.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The Ottomans had a military presence south of Basra before 1871.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Midhat Pasha was an advocate of government reform and called for the extension of Ottoman authority over the Arabian peninsula.

    <p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The opening of the Suez Canal in 1869 decreased the strategic importance of the Arabian Gulf region.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The Ottoman Empire took advantage of the political conflict within the Saudi family to send a military campaign to Al-Ahsa and Qatar in 1871.

    <p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Sheikh Abdullah bin Sabah Al-Sabah, the ruler of Kuwait, opposed the Ottoman campaign against al-Ahsa and Najd.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Sheikh Jassim bin Mohammed Al Thani welcomed British influence in Qatar in 1871.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The Ottoman campaign against al-Ahsa and Najd in 1871 was unsuccessful.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The British government of India supported the Ottoman military campaign in the Arabian Gulf in 1871.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Midhat Pasha was the governor of Baghdad from 1871 to 1875.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The Ottoman campaign and the imposition of Ottoman influence on Qatar in 1871 was a response to British aggression.

    <p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Sheikh Jassim was too old to continue to rule, so he presented his resignation from the position of governor of Qatar.

    <p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Sheikh Jassim’s brother Sheikh Ahmad bin Mohammad Al Thani took over the governorship of Qatar in 1882.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Sheikh Abdullah bin Jassim Al Thani was the ruler of Qatar from 1905 until 1920.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The British attack on Zubara in 1895 resulted in the destruction of the Zubara fort and 88 ships belonging to Sheikh Jassim.

    <p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Sheikh Jassim and the Ottoman governor of al-Ahsa agreed to return the bin Ali tribe to Bahrain.

    <p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The Ottoman Empire stopped the conspiracies against Sheikh Jassim and dismissed the reports presented by the British.

    <p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Sheikh Jassim relied on his brother Sheikh Abdullah bin Jassim Al Thani to run the country's affairs.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The British government in India ordered the attack on Zubara in 1895 due to the Ottoman presence in the region.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The Ottoman flag in Zubara disappeared after the British attack on Zubara in 1895.

    <p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Sheikh Jassim accused the Ottoman governor of al-Ahsa of gathering the bin Ali tribe in Zubara.

    <p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Ottoman Military Campaign and Influence

    • The Ottoman military campaign to al-Ahsa and Qatar in 1871 aimed to reassert control and respond to local disputes.
    • Ottoman sovereignty in the Gulf involved indirect rule, primarily through local leaders, while maintaining a symbolic presence.
    • The British secured influence by leveraging military power and diplomatic strategies, ensuring local leaders were cooperative.
    • Sheikh Jassim of Qatar's initial response to Ottoman presence was one of cautious acceptance, looking for support against rivals.

    Key Outcomes of the Campaign

    • The Ottoman campaign in al-Ahsa and Qatar was initially successful, reinstating Ottoman authority.
    • The naval fleet supporting the campaign enhanced the military's operational capabilities.
    • Sheikh Jassim accepted Ottoman protection to strengthen his own position while managing local power struggles.
    • British interests were to maintain stability and control in the region, leading to joint actions against rivals.

    Political Dynamics in the Region

    • Midhat Pasha governed Baghdad from 1869 to 1872, advocating for centralization and reform in Ottoman territories.
    • The opening of the Suez Canal in 1869 was significant, facilitating trade and military movement, thereby increasing European interest in the region.
    • Conflict arose between Prince Abdullah bin Faisal and his brother Saud over control, shifting loyalties towards Ottoman support.
    • Sheikh Jassim's refusal to pay military campaign costs reflected tensions with the Ottomans and local rivalries.

    British and Ottoman Relationships

    • Britain's response to Sheikh Jassim's acceptance of Ottoman sovereignty was strategic, aiming to counterbalance Ottoman influence while ensuring local stability.
    • The British military campaigns, particularly against Zubara, reflected their interests in regional control and maritime routes.
    • Sheikh Jassim's relationship with the British grew, indicating a balancing act between local authority and external influences.

    Continued Ottoman Presence and Resistance

    • The Battle of Wajbah in 1893 was pivotal, marking Qatari resistance against Ottoman forces and altering the balance of power.
    • Sheikh Jassim refused to accept unconditional Ottoman reforms, indicating a desire for autonomy.
    • Following his resignation as governor, Sheikh Jassim remained influential while navigating complex relations with the Ottomans and the British.

    Social and Economic Implications

    • Ottoman plans to establish a customs administration in Qatar began in 1887, aiming to bolster local revenues.
    • Sheikh Jassim's acceptance of Ottoman authority led to increased Ottoman presence, yet also fueled local resistance against external control.
    • The British confiscated Sheikh Jassim's properties as a punitive measure for opposing Ottoman influence, illustrating the intertwined local and imperial politics.

    Aftermath and Legacy

    • The assassination of a local leader in 1905 marked ongoing instability and power struggles in the region.
    • Sheikh Abdullah bin Jassim Al Thani succeeded his father Sheikh Jassim, suggesting a continuity of leadership amidst changing dynamics.
    • The complex interplay of British and Ottoman interests ultimately shaped the modern history of Qatar, as local leaders navigated their own sovereignty against imperial forces.

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    Learn about the Ottoman Empire's military campaigns in the Arabian Gulf, particularly in Al-Ahsa and Qatar, and the factors that led to their influence in the region. Discover how the absence of Ottoman presence south of Basra created an opportunity for British influence in the Gulf. Take this quiz to test your knowledge of the Ottoman Empire's expansion in the Gulf region.

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