Dec 01, 2010
Birth of the UAE November 28-30, 1971 Read Article Celebrations for Sheikh Zayed
Dec 01, 2010
Those who observed Sheikh Zayed in these days knew just how hard he worked to persuade the emirates to unite as one. His daughter later said: "I remember how he used to be really tired and sometimes the problems of solving the conflicts between the tribes would affect his health. It was not easy." Read Article The Making of a Deal
Dec 01, 2010
The key figures on the long road to the formation of the federation. Read Article The founding sheikhs
Dec 01, 2010
"It has become crucial that Britain leave this country for its own people." Sheikh Zayed, interviewed in Al Ittihad for its December 1 edition. Read Article The First Test
Dec 01, 2010
With the federation declared, countries around the world send messages of congratulation and recognition, while in New York, the UAE becomes the newest member of the UN. Read Article First steps of a nation
Dec 01, 2010
An interview with Sheikh Zayed by Rashed Abdullah, in Al Ittihad under the headline "Zayed Father of the Union" on December 1, 1971. Read Article 'The most precious of things'
Dec 01, 2010
Dawn breaks on the day of the formation of the United Arab Emirates, as Sheikh Zayed drives towards Dubai and destiny. According to Sheikh Zayed's private secretary, Al Haj al Mehairbi, the Ruler's party had left Al Manhal Palace before nightfall on December 1 and spent the evening at a camp in Sameah, then open desert. Read Article The day of union
Dec 01, 2010
Nine months ago, The National created a team whose task it would be to commemorate the momentous events surrounding the day the country was born. We named it the History Project. Read Article When our story becomes history
Dec 01, 2010
"Abu Dhabi and the Gulf on a date with Umm Kulthum" is how Al Ittihad announced the Egyptian singer's concerts. Read Article 'Abu Dhabi on a date with Umm Kulthum'
Dec 01, 2010
The rulers of Abu Dhabi announce closer ties on domestic and foreign policy. Read Article Farewell to the age of empire
