First Military History Forum

TDT | Manama

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Kuwait Cancels Citizenship of 1,266 Saudi Arabia’s Ministry of Defence, in cooperation with the King Abdulaziz Foundation and Taif University’s Taif History Centre, will organise the first Saudi Military History Forum in September, the Saudi Press Agency reported.

The initiative aims to document the Kingdom’s military heritage and highlight the historical development of its armed forces.

The forum will address four main themes: the establishment of the military in Saudi Arabia, the role of Taif governorate in shaping the national army, the historical evolution of the armed forces, and academic sources used in documenting Saudi military history. Organisers said the event is intended to present a comprehensive overview of the Kingdom’s military development from its foundation to the present day.

It targets academics, researchers and postgraduate students in history and military studies to support specialised research, strengthen academic exchange, and enhance cooperation between educational, documentary and military institutions.

The programme will include peer-reviewed research presentations, panel discussions, an accompanying historical exhibition, and field visits to military facilities and sites of historical significance.

Researchers wishing to participate are invited to submit abstracts and full papers via the King Abdulaziz Foundation’s digital platform. The deadline for abstracts is May 15, while full papers must be submitted by June 30.