Stretching back 125,000 years and culminating in the union in 1971, History of the Emirates profiles the early foundations of a modern country in an informative and entertaining three-part documentary series.
Narrated by Jeremy Irons, the fascinating 3-part series reveals how new archaeological discoveries are only now revealing the true extent of this land’s ancient wonders and its 125,000-year heritage from the earliest human presence in the region to the national union in 1971. Utilizing the latest cutting-edge technology — from CGI to LiDar scanning and 360 degree camera work — interwoven with never-before-seen archival footage, it is a ground-breaking series that profiles the very foundations of the country’s civilizations. A five-part local version of the series is also available on shahid.net and awaan.ae.
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SERIES CREDITS
"He who does not know his past cannot make the best of his present and future, for it is from the past that we learn.” "
– His Highness Sheikh Zayed bin Sultan Al Nahyan, Founder of the UAE
- Director:David Lee
- Producer:Image Nation, Atlantic Productions
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For the first time ever, the ancient history of the United Arab Emirates is depicted in this informative and entertaining five-part documentary series.
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