Filled with millions of historical materials and documents
3 of the most important holdings of the National Archives
Vasco Dagama Report.
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Rare pictures of Al Hosn Palace.
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A copy of the prototype "Cantino" map of the Earth's surface from 1502.
Al Hosn Palace is a living witness to the history of Abu Dhabi.
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The National Archives is filled with millions of archival materials and historical documents, which promote a deeper understanding of the history of the UAE and the region.
The Emirates News Agency is reviewing three of the archive's most important holdings of important historical value, for which WAM obtained certified copies.
The documents included a rare photo of the Al Hosn Palace in Abu Dhabi, taken by the American traveler and researcher Samuel Zwemer in 1901, and the palace is a living witness to the history of the UAE capital, and its construction dates back to more than 250 years, and is classified as one of the most important national and architectural monuments in the country, and it was the seat of the family of Al Nahyan, the ruler, and a symbol of the emergence, development and historical legacy of Abu Dhabi, as well as his influence as a center for social life and a beacon for the cultural and tourism movement in Abu Dhabi.
The second of the holdings is a rare manuscript by Vasco de Gama dating back to 1498, providing a detailed description of the economic, cultural, social and political influence of the Portuguese in both the Middle East and the Far East.
In addition to a copy of the prototype of the "Cantino" map of the Earth's surface dating back to the year 1502 in which the new discoveries were recorded, which the Portuguese made at that time.
The National Archives maintains millions of archival materials and historical documents that enhance a deeper understanding of the history of the Emirates and the region, and continues its role in enriching its archive collections with more historical records and documents, especially after its mission was expanded according to the articles of Federal Law No. (7) of 2008, as it became keen on That his archival holdings be related to the history and heritage of the UAE in the first place, and a witness to the civilizations that have passed through them, leading to the prosperity and development they have reached at the present time.
The historical documents kept by the National Archives deal with prominent figures who have had a major role in the history of the UAE, the important political events that they witnessed, social and political tribal customs, economic affairs and commercial relations of the countries of the Gulf region, judicial affairs, and other aspects.
The archival materials and historical documents are divided according to the source authority from which the National Archives obtained the documents, and they are also classified according to the authorities in which these documents were created.
The National Archives' important historical holdings take many forms, including documents, manuscripts, photographs, films, audio materials (sayings), maps, books, periodicals, and references.
The sources of archival materials that the archive maintains are varied, including documents of individuals, families, official bodies, and local institutions, and among the most prominent sources that supply archive materials with archival materials are media institutions, individuals and families, and government agencies and institutions in the country, in addition to photographers, oil companies, political agents, and news agencies Al Alamiah, the British Library, local and foreign newspapers, as well as the most prominent archival institutions in the world.
The archive pays special attention to the publications of books, research and various studies related to the history of the UAE in particular and the region of the Arabian Peninsula in general, and most of its publications, which amounted to more than 166 issues since its establishment, depend on the documentary treasures it keeps, which make them essential sources and references for those interested in the history of the UAE and the region. .
The publications of the National Archives cover several historical aspects, and they came in the form of encyclopedias and memories of the travelers who passed through the region, and the journeys of the great leaders who left their eternal mark in the nation’s history through their achievements, foremost among them the founding leader the late Sheikh Zayed bin Sultan Al Nahyan, may God rest his soul.
on the Internet
As part of its digital transformation strategy, the National Archives established the Arab Gulf Digital Archive, AGDA, which is an archive created on the Internet to display historical and cultural materials that tell the story of the rich and accurate history of a region of the Arabian Gulf.
The National Archives and New York University Abu Dhabi are also collaborating on a project to digitize historical materials in the Arabic language, which will be made available to the public through a digital library called Arab Collections on the Internet.
The archive pays attention to studies related to the history of the Emirates.
The documents include diaries of prominent personalities who played a major role.
1901
The year dating back to the photo of the palace-fortress by Samuel Zwemer.
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