The Evolution of the Armed Forces of the United Arab Emirates

by Athol Yates

While today the military of the United Arab Emirates is described admiringly as a 'little Sparta', just 60 years ago the only security forces in the Emirates were the armed retainers of the Ruling Sheikhs and a small British-led, locally-raised Arab force. Using a combination of investment in its nationals, engagement of expatriates and the purchase of cutting edge military hardware, the UAE Armed Forces has become the Arab region's most capable military...

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1912866005
• ISBN13: 9781912866007
• Release Date: December 2020
• Publisher: Helion & Company
• Length: 380 Pages
• Weight: 0.90 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.9" x 6.0" x 8.9"