Sheikh Mohammed, Sheikh Hamdan remember Sheikh Rashid bin Saeed Al Maktoum on 30th death anniversary

Sheikh Rashid bin Saeed Al Maktoum ruled Dubai from 1958 to 1990

Published: October 06, 2020 20:53 Last updated: October 07, 2020 09:01 Gulf News Web Report

1 of 9

His Highness Sheikh Mohamed Bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi and Deputy Supreme Commander of the UAE Armed Forces, remembered Sheikh Rashid on his 30th death anniversary with a tweet. He wrote: “Sheikh Rashid bin Saeed played a crucial role in our history. He was a determined leader with a progressive outlook. He helped lay the foundations of unity for our country, and throughout his life he was a pillar of support for Sheikh Zayed. May God bless their souls.” Image Credit: Twitter

2 of 9

His Highness Sheikh Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice-President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, also paid tribute to his father, Sheikh Rashid. Image Credit: Supplied

3 of 9

Sheikh Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum with Sheikh Rashid Bin Saeed Al Maktoum: Born in 1912, Sheikh Rashid ruled Dubai for 32 years from 1958 till his death in 1990. He paased away at the age of 78. Image Credit: Gulf News archives

4 of 9

According to Sheikh Mohammed in his book Qissati, his father was “a combination of pride, compassion and power.” According to Sheikh Mohammed, his father’s health started to deteriorate after the death of his mother Shaikha Latifa in May 1983 .“As if two souls were separated. She took with her something from him.” Image Credit: Social Media

5 of 9

Dubai Crown Prince and Chairman of The Executive Council of Dubai Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum also posted a tribute video for his grandfather on Twitter on Tuesday. Image Credit: Gulf News archives

6 of 9

Sheikh Mohammed with his father Sheikh Rashid: Sheikh Rashid along with Sheikh Zayed bin Sultan Al Nahyan worked hand in hand to achieve the dream – the unity of the emirates. The first initiative was in 1968 when ‘Rashid welcomed the invitation of Zayed’, and the two leaders met in Saih Al Sadeera, an area between Abu Dhabi and Dubai. Image Credit: Taken from the book 'Qissati'

7 of 9

Sheikh Mohammed tweeted: "A man of few words and deep thoughts. With his sharp vision, he devoted his life to serve his people. He used to start his days before others.. A dreamer of a brighter future for Dubai.. a husband loving his wife, Latifa .. A man who loved Dubai and remained faithful to the union ..Sheikh Rashid departed our world calmly but left behind a great legacy" Image Credit: Gulf News archives

8 of 9

Sheikh Hamdan tweeted, "On the 30th anniversary of the death of Sheikh Rashid Bin Saeed Al Maktoum, we recall the legacy of a great leader with sharp vision and ambitions that do not know the word impossible for Dubai and the UAE and the happiness of its people. With your great achievements, You will always remain in our hearts." Image Credit: Gulf News archives

9 of 9

Photos News

Sheikh Mohammed, Sheikh Hamdan remember Sheikh Rashid bin Saeed Al Maktoum on 30th death anniversary

More From Photos

Exceptional turnout for Dubai's first-ever American boarding schools fair

World Diabetes Day: Dubai to open new, bigger Diabetes Centre in 2026

Light rains expected across the UAE on Thursday

Football icon Mohamed Salah to address Sharjah International Book Fair on November 17

GULFNEWS SECTIONS

Trending

Sheikh Mohammed, Sheikh Hamdan remember Sheikh Rashid bin Saeed Al Maktoum on 30th death anniversary

More From Photos

Exceptional turnout for Dubai's first-ever American boarding schools fair

World Diabetes Day: Dubai to open new, bigger Diabetes Centre in 2026

Light rains expected across the UAE on Thursday

Football icon Mohamed Salah to address Sharjah International Book Fair on November 17

GULFNEWS SECTIONS