Dubai: An exhibition highlighting the role of the UAE Armed Forces in spreading international peace and security is now open for the public at Etihad Museum.
The temporary exhibition, called ‘Protectors of the Nation: Sacrifice and Giving’, will run for six months under the management of the Dubai Culture & Arts Authority (Dubai Culture).
Highlighting the efficiency and development of the UAE Armed Forces, the exhibition addresses one of their most important elements: the men and women who voluntarily devote their lives to the homeland.
It also charts the formation of the nation’s armed forces alongside the UAE’s own development following the Union Agreement signed on December 2, 1971.
This is the second temporary exhibition hosted by the Etihad Museum and follows the ‘Emirates to the World: Postal History from 1909 to Unification’ exhibition hosted earlier in the year, which featured a wide variety of events and activities.
“We are proud to cooperate with Dubai Culture and support this exhibition at the Etihad Museum, which is a major national monument that celebrates the establishment of the UAE and also documents the nation’s rich history for future generations, said Colonel Dr Saeed Al Kalbani, Manager at the Military History Museum and National Archives Centre.
“The exhibition will showcase the history and development of the UAE federation itself, followed by the history of the UAE Armed Forces, from their formation to the international humanitarian missions they are currently undertaking.”
The UAE’s leading efforts in spreading tolerance, brotherhood and positive values that enhance community happiness across the world, as demonstrated by the participation of the UAE Armed Forces in many global relief campaigns and peacekeeping initiatives, is also being recognised at the exhibition.
The Etihad Museum tells the story of one of the most significant moments in the UAE’s timeline — the birth of the nation with the 1971 Union Agreement — through the eyes of the founding fathers. The dynamic, 21st century museum was established to serve as an intimate, informative and enjoyable insight into the events that surrounded this historic event, and has been designed to offer a holistic experience from start to finish, leading visitors on a memorable journey with interactive items to be found at every step.
Etihad Museum
The Etihad Museum is open 10am to 8pm seven days a week. Admission fees for visitors are Dh25 for those aged 25 and above, Dh20 for groups, Dh10 for those aged 5—24, and free for children below the age of 5 and for visitors with special needs.
