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Migration and Establishment
- When
- 9 June 1833
- Where
- Dubai, United Arab Emirates
The Al Bu Falasah tribe seceded from Abu Dhabi and established Dubai under Maktoum bin Butti and Obeid bin Said, taking control from the Abu Falasa clan.
In 1833, following tribal feuds, the Al Bu Falasah migrated from Abu Dhabi. They took over Dubai from the Abu Falasa clan without resistance. Maktoum bin Butti and Obeid bin Said became joint leaders, marking the beginning of the Al Maktoum dynasty's rule.
Sources
- Dubai Wikipedia, revision of 2026-10-01
- History of Dubai Wikipedia
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