Qatar_Javier León

By Javier León
  • 50,000 BCE

    First Human Occupation in Qatar

  • 10,000 BCE

    Mesopotamia

    The Mesolithic civilization was the first to occupy the now Qatari territory, durig the neolithic period.
  • 628

    Sasanid Ocuupation

    The Sassanian empire was one of the many empires to occupy the Qatari peninsula; it saw the introduction to the Islamic religion.
  • 800

    Qatar as a Comercial center

    Qatar becomes a pearl trading center.

  • The Ottoman Empire occupies Qatar

    In the year 11871, the Ottoman Empire expands its territory to Eastern Arabia, therefore occupying Qatar.

  • Qatar's position during the Great War

    In the year 1915, the Ottomans retreat from the Qatari territory, in fear of a British offensive from their Indian colony.

  • Qatar as a British protectorate

    After the Ottoman retreat, the British sign a treaty with the Arab governor, where its clearly stated that the Qatari government may cede territory to the British empire in return of help and support in case of an amphibious or land offensive.

  • Better Relationship

    During mid 1934, before the start of WW2,the Qatari government renews its treaty with the British.

  • Oil Chain

    Great Britain makes a 75 year old oil concession with Qatar.

  • Arabic Help from the Middle East

    Mid WW2, high quality oil is found i Qatar, which helps the Allies move their equipment in the Western front against Nazi Germany.

  • During the Cold War

    Increasing oil revenues bring prosperity and progress to Qatar.

  • Qatar as a modern state

    On September the 3rd, Qatar is declared an independent state.