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‘The Journey of Unity Through Time’ explores the unification of the Armed Forces in 1976 Supplied

Zayed National Museum has been set to host "The Journey of Unity Through Time," a special programme commemorating the 50th anniversary of the unification of the UAE Armed Forces.

Running from May 6 to 15, the event honours a defining moment in 1976, when the Emirates’ forces have been brought together under one command, a move that helped shape the UAE’s national identity.

The unification has been guided by the vision of Sheikh Zayed bin Sultan Al Nahyan, the nation’s Founding Father, who recognised unity as the foundation of national strength.

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A closer look at history and heritage

At the heart of the programme is a temporary display that traces both the unification of the Armed Forces and the…