Description
This book was issued to mark the 38th anniversary of the accession of Sheikh Zayed Bin Sultan Al Nahyan as Ruler of Abu Dhabi in 1966. Chapter One deals with the unity of the Bani Yas tribe and the attitude of its sheikhs towards unity and the maintenance of the rights of their allies prior to the era of Sheikh Zayed Bin Khalifa (1855-1909). The second chapter outlines the reign of Sheikh Zayed bin Khalifa and his success in promoting the values of the Bedouin society, the establishment of civil community and paving the way for the unification of the emirate of Abu Dhabi. This chapter also sheds light on the change in conditions during the period of Sheikh Zayed’s sons and during the reign of Sheikh Shakhbut bin Sultan Al Nahyan (1928-1966). Chapter Three discusses the early life of Sheikh Zayed bin Sultan. The fourth chapter analyzes the character of Sheikh Zayed by applying the theory of heroism in history and demonstrates how he established the Federation of the United Arab Emirates through his wisdom and leadership qualities.
