The symposium aims to present recent archival research and artefact discoveries and the results of archaeological excavations, which provide insight on the 1819 British attacks against Ras Al Khaimah and other towns in the Northern Emirates.

By highlighting key stories of resilience and strength from previously understudied sources, speakers will offer new insights that give a deeper understanding of the historic and societal context of these events.

The research emphasises the pride, strength, unity of the people of this region and the importance of continuing research on this historical period by the next generation of historians.