Trucial States and United Arab Emirates 1951-1980: Middle East at War 16

A History of the UAE's Military Forces

This book provides a comprehensive history of the military forces of the Trucial States and the United Arab Emirates from 1951 to 1980. It is the first book to examine the development of the UAE's military forces in detail, and it offers a unique perspective on the region's history and politics.

The Military and Police Forces of the Gulf States: Volume 1: Trucial States and United Arab Emirates, 1951–1980 (Middle East at War Book 16)

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The book is based on extensive research in British and Emirati archives, and it includes a wealth of new information about the UAE's military history. It traces the origins of the Trucial Oman Scouts, the precursor to the UAE's modern military forces, and examines the role of the British Army Training Team in the development of the Trucial States' military capabilities.

The book also examines the development of the UAE's air and naval forces, and it provides a detailed account of the UAE's involvement in the Dhofar Rebellion in Oman. It concludes with an assessment of the UAE's military capabilities in the early 1980s, and it discusses the challenges and opportunities facing the UAE's military in the future.

Table of Contents

2. The Origins of the Trucial Oman Scouts
3. The Role of the British Army Training Team
4. The Development of the Trucial States' Air and Naval Forces
5. The UAE's Involvement in the Dhofar Rebellion
6. The UAE's Military Capabilities in the Early 1980s
7. Challenges and Opportunities Facing the UAE's Military

About the Author

Dr. Christopher M. Davidson is a Senior Lecturer in the Department of War Studies at King's College London. He is the author of several books on the military history of the Middle East, including The Arab-Israeli Conflict: A History and The Emirati Military: A History.

Reviews

"This book is a valuable addition to the literature on the military history of the Middle East. It provides a comprehensive and detailed account of the development of the UAE's military forces, and it offers a unique perspective on the region's history and politics." - Dr. James L. Gelvin, Professor of History at the University of California, Los Angeles

"This book is a must-read for anyone interested in the military history of the Middle East. It is a well-written and informative account of the development of the UAE's military forces, and it provides a valuable insight into the region's history and politics." - Dr. John Gordon, Senior Lecturer in the Department of War Studies at King's College London

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The Military and Police Forces of the Gulf States: Volume 1: Trucial States and United Arab Emirates, 1951–1980 (Middle East at War Book 16)

4.1 out of 5

Language	:	English
File size	:	24521 KB
Text-to-Speech	:	Enabled
Screen Reader	:	Supported
Enhanced typesetting	:	Enabled
Word Wise	:	Enabled
Print length	:	233 pages
Lending	:	Enabled

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