The history of Qatar spans from its first duration of human occupation to its formation as a modern state. Human occupation of Qatar dates back 50,000 years, and Stone Age encampments and tools have been unearthed in the Arabian Peninsula. [1]

History of Qatar, a survey of notable events and people in the history of Qatar in the modern era. Qatar’s modern history begins conventionally in 1766 with the migration to the peninsula of families from Kuwait, notably the Khalifah family.

2025年1月21日 · Qatar’s modern history begins conventionally in 1766 with the migration to the peninsula of families from Kuwait, notably the Khalifah family. Their settlement at the new town of Al-Zubārah grew into a small pearl-diving and trade center.

Qatar has been ruled as a hereditary monarchy by the House of Thani since Mohammed bin Thani signed an agreement with Britain in 1868 that recognised its separate status. Following Ottoman rule, Qatar became a British protectorate in 1916 and gained independence in 1971.

2019年11月12日 · Facts and history about the nation of Qatar, an oil-rich country on the Arabian Peninsula, and home to the Al Jazeera News Network.

From ancient farmsteads to its connections with ancient Mesopotamia, explore Qatar's rich history.

The history of Qatar dates back to thousands of years ago. Learn about the ancient history of Qatar, the founding of the state, and the ruling family.