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Emirati Legacy: Forts, Pearls, and Dynasties
Challenging puzzle for experienced crossword solvers
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Across
  • 1. Naval apparatus critical during British engagement in the Gulf
  • 2. Traditional boat vital for pearl divers’ lucrative expeditions
  • 3. Ancient oasis or fort name illustrating regional pre-oil heritage
  • 6. Agreements that laid foundation for UAE's protectorate status
  • 8. Emirate leader whose title ’Saqr’ denotes falcon in Arabic
  • 10. Ruling family whose lineage shaped Abu Dhabi’s sovereignty
Down
  • 4. Economic backbone activity preceding oil, treacherous and lucrative
  • 5. Historical Islamic governance concept influencing regional leadership
  • 7. Marketplace component emblematic of Emirate trade and culture
  • 9. Influential dynasty ruling Sharjah and Ras Al Khaimah Emirate
  • 11. Historic area influencing traditional Bedouin and maritime life
  • 12. Historic coastal settlement preceding Dubai's modern urbanization
  • 13. Royal sport symbolizing Emirati identity and desert traditions

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