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Period: 10,000 BCE to
History of Oman
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3000 BCE
Max | Beginning Of Civilization In Oman
Archeological evidence points to the first settlement in present-day Oman to have happened in 3000 milleniuim BCE. https://www.britannica.com/place/Oman/The-early-period
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100
Max | Persian Colonization In Oman & The Falaj Irrigation System
The movement of the Persian people in Oman brought an agricultural system that, which is still used to this day. This system is called the falaj irrigation system. The irrigation system relies on underground water which is then extracted without the use of machinery. These systems are used for agriculture. https://omantourism.gov.om/wps/portal/mot/tourism/oman/home/experiences/culture/aflaj/!ut/p/a0/04_Sj9CPykssy0xPLMnMz0vMAfGjzOItvc1dg40MzAzcA4OcDTyDQ4JNnP3CjM38zPSDU_P0C7IdFQGlrfWE/ -
629
Introduction of Islam in Oman- Alicia
After around a century and a half of influence, Islam is a key and defining part of Omani culture. The religion was originally introduced in 629 through a letter from Prophet Mohammed to the two ruling kings, Abd and Jaifa. Islam was positively received and accepted peacefully. -
750
Maren | Founding the Imamate of Oman
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1515
Jess - The Portuguese take control of Muscat and other coastal cities
The Portuguese and the Ottoman empire took turns controlling Oman from 1515 to 1650. This affected the country's trade at the time. It also led to the Yarubid taking back Oman, and turning the country into a strong empire with strong trading relations. http://realhistoryww.com/world_history/ancient/Misc/True_Negros/Assorted/Oman_Zanzibar_Sultanate.htm -
Maren | Siege of Fort Jesus
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Al Bu Said Dynasty Comes to Power | Julia
Persians are driven out. The Al Bu Said dynasty comes to power and continues to rule to this day. Which meant that the main language spoken would be Arabic rather than Persian. It marked the last time Oman was occupied by foreign parties and the beginning of a new unified state. https://www.bbc.com/news/world-middle-east-14654150 -
KIEN - Oil reserves were discovered
This event is the start of the blooming for Oman's economy. Currently, crude oil accounts for 59% of total export earnings,
contributing about 49% to the Oman's GDP as in other sources like the prize has stated that oil is crucial around the world. This event is significant because it helped transform Oman from an extremely poor fishing country to a country that is the hub for international trade due to its rich oil oil reserve. Source: file:///Users/kienn/Downloads/1548-5169-1-PB.pdf -
Izzy | Oman Gains Independence
With help from the British, the sultan (Said bin Taimur) was overthrown by his son, Qaboos bin Said Al Said because of the repressive nature of his regime. The country declared independence, going from "Muscat and Oman" to officially being "the Sultanate of Oman". Since then, Oman has seen both economic and social benefits. They have maintained peaceful ties on the Arabian peninsula, as well as used revenue from oil to improve national infrastructure.
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Sultan Said is overthrown by his Son Qabus
Qabus has overthrown his father Sultan Said in a coup and is subsequently exiled to London. The new ruler Sultan Qabus promises to establish a modern government that removed restrictions from its people. https://www.nytimes.com/1970/07/27/archives/sultan-of-muscat-and-oman-is-overthrown-by-son.html -
KIEN - Oman joined the GCC (Gulf Cooperation Council)
Oman has since acted as the bridge between Saudi Arabia and the West.This event is important as it helped further Oman's economy due to trade with other rich Gulf countries as well as it helped Oman to strengthen its international position by being one of the most important trade gateway from the Gulf to the West and South Asia. Source: “Oman and the GCC: A Solid Relationship?” Middle East Policy Council, 2016, www.mepc.org/journal/oman-and-gcc-solid-relationship. -
Izzy | Oman joins World Trade Organization
This is a key moment in history regarding the modernization of Oman 's economy in order to improve living standards. By being a member of the World Trade Organization, the country continues to develop their financial and commercial practices to match international standards in order to become an active player in the global market.
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Jess - Voting rights are changed
For the first time any Omani citizen over 21 was allowed to cast a vote determining who would sit on the Majlis Ash’shura, or Shura Council - a group of people who advise the Omani monarch. Previously the vote was only cast by elite members of Omani society. The 2003 vote was an interestingly democratic action in the Omani monarchy, and some have called it a step towards a new modern Oman. https://www.thestar.com.my/news/nation/2015/11/22/voting-in-oman/ -
Oman Appoints First Female Minister- Alicia
In 2003, Sheikha Aisha bint Khalfan bin Jameel al-Sayabiyah was the first women to be appointed as minister. This came after the government encouraged the participation of women in politics. In the past decade, women have had a bigger voice in politics. That said, discrimination against women in all aspects of life continues to be an issue in Oman. Small steps are being made towards a more equal society, however, the efforts are met with resistance. -
Cyclone Gonu | Julia
Cyclone Gonu, the strongest storm to hit the Gulf for decades, kills more than 50 people and disrupts oil production.
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2011 Oman Protests | Keo
The 2011 Omani protests, which occurred primarily in Sohar and Muscat, where part of a wave of uprisings and protests sweeping across the Middle East known as the Arab Spring. The protestors demanded salary increases, lower living costs, the creation of new public sector jobs, and an end to corruption. https://www.mepc.org/oman-forgotten-corner-arab-spring