Historical Events tagged with "shuraijah"

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Military & Warfare

Sultanate of Muscat Captures Imamate Strongholds

January 30th, 1959 66 years ago

The forces of the Sultanate of Muscat captured the last strongholds of the Imamate of Oman, Saiq and Shuraijah, effectively concluding the Jebel Akhdar War. This military operation marked a decisive victory for the sultanate under Sultan Said bin Taimur, ending decades of regional conflict. The Imamate had sought autonomy and governance free from Muscat's influence, leading to a series of confrontations that began in the 1950s. The capture solidified the Sultanate's control over Oman and marked a pivotal moment in the nation’s political landscape, influencing its future trajectory.

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