UAE Social Studies - Unit 3, Lesson 4

In the 19th century, the British navy attacked and destroyed Ras Al Khaimah and other coastal towns in the Persian Gulf, forcing rulers to sign the General Maritime Treaty in 1820.

Sheikh Maktoum Ibn Butti established the Emirate of Dubai in 1830. The Al Maktoum family relocated to Dubai in 1833, and Sheikh Maktoum bin Hasher al-Maktoum became ruler in 1894. Over time, Dubai's port developed.

In 1853, the British forced local rulers to sign the Perpetual Maritime Treaty, giving Britain control over trade and shipping in the region. In 1892, the Exclusive Treaty of 1892 gave the British even more control over Gulf ports.

Sheikh Zayed bin Sultan Al Nahyan, born in 1919, became the ruler of Abu Dhabi in 1966. In 1971, he became the first President of the United Arab Emirates.

In 1928, the Japanese invented a method to cultivate pearls, which lowered the price and demand for natural pearls, ending a long-standing industry in the region.

The first airport in the region was established in Sharjah in 1932, opening up new possibilities for trade and travel.

The Trucial Scouts were the first modern security forces in the UAE, established in 1951, tasked with guarding ports, airports, and borders. This force laid the foundation for the modern-day UAE Armed Forces.

Sheikh Dhiyab bin Isa, a leader of Abu Dhabi, made the decision 250 years ago to establish a settlement on Abu Dhabi Island, the future capital of the UAE. This action marked a significant step in the growth of the nation.

Sheikh Shakhbut bin Dhiyab steered Abu Dhabi through the difficult periods of the world economic depression and World War II, leading the Emirate to the era of oil production and prosperity.

Sheikh Maktoum bin Butti established Dubai in the 1830s, laying the foundation for the emirate's growth into a prominent trading center. He is credited with shaping the city's economic development.

Sheikh Maktoum bin Hasher, ruler of Dubai, implemented policies to make Dubai a welcoming port for business and trade. He further encouraged the growth of Dubai's commercial activities.

Sheikh Saeed bin Maktoum continued his father's legacy, steering Dubai towards new opportunities during the 1950s. He is renowned for his contributions to the Emirate's progress during a period of significant change.

Sheikh Rahma bin Matar al-Qasimi, founder of the Qawasim state, established the foundation for what would become a major regional power. He is remembered for his pioneering role in the north of the UAE.

Sheikh Sultan bin Saqr al-Qasimi led the Qawasim state for over 50 years. He transitioned the state from a dominant naval power to a key partner in establishing the modern UAE.

The period from 1914 to 1918 marked by global conflict, during which British forces clashed with the Ottoman Empire in Iraq and Palestine.

The outbreak of WWI brought conflict to the region as British forces fought the Ottoman empire in Iraq and Palestine. While the UAE wasn't directly involved, its strategic location made it important.

The rise of a new Saudi state in Riyadh, led by the House of Saud, extended its control over Arabia, eventually conquering Mecca and the Hijaz.

The decline of major European Empires, including the Ottoman Empire, after WWI affected trade and stability globally, marking a challenging period for the UAE.

The introduction of cultured pearls grown in special Japanese farms flooded world markets, impacting the UAE's traditional pearl industry.

The leader of Abu Dhabi, Sheikh Shakhbut bin Sultan, ruled for nearly 40 years and later became the founding father of the UAE.

The leader of Dubai from 1912 to 1958. This period witnessed the establishment of the Dubai airport, connecting Dubai to the wider world.

Sheikh Maktoum bin Butti established the emirate of Dubai in the 1830s, laying the groundwork for its future development.

A fund established to help the leaders of the Trucial States plan future infrastructure projects, with a focus on education and healthcare.

A period of time in the UAE's history when the countries of the Arabian Gulf offered mutual assistance, particularly Kuwait's support for the UAE in education and healthcare.

The widespread belief that all Arabs should be united as one nation, which influenced developing ideas about the future within the UAE.

The invention of a system for accessing underground water resources in the Iron Age, which enabled the growth of oases in areas such as al-Ain.

A key resource that transformed the lives of the UAE's people, adding to the country's existing wealth and opportunities.

A crucial event that sparked the search for oil in the UAE, driven by the increasing global demand for oil due to the rise of automobiles and other industries.

A significant agreement signed in 1939, allowing foreign companies to explore for oil in Abu Dhabi for 75 years.

A period after World War II when exploration for oil began in earnest, despite initially finding only minor traces of oil and gas.

Sheikh Maktoum bin Hasher's leadership in the early 20th century transformed Dubai into a thriving trading center by making it a welcoming and business-friendly port.

The Trucial Scouts, a local military force founded in 1951, consisted of officers from the British, Jordan, and other Arab countries and was initially headquartered at Sharjah Airport.

The Trucial Scouts, while initially funded by the British, served the local rulers and people, alongside the newly formed local police forces.

The Trucial Scouts provided basic training and education to their local recruits, contributing to their skills development and future roles within the armed forces.

The Trucial States Council, formed in 1952, brought the rulers of the different emirates together twice a year to discuss topics like nationality laws and travel documents.

The establishment of the Trucial States Council was a significant step towards regional unity and cooperation among the rulers of the different emirates.

During World War II, although the UAE didn't experience direct fighting, it faced economic hardship due to British control and limited infrastructure development.

Sheikh Zayed's reign marked a period of national development, focusing on using the country's wealth for the benefit of its people and infrastructure improvement.