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Aden to Gulf: Al-Shoaimiya Site History
British and Ottoman documents indicate that the site of Al-Shuwaymah on the southeastern coast of Oman has been used since the 1930s as an airstrip and fuel storage depot. It was part of a network of air stations connecting Aden and the Gulf regions during the period before World War II. The airstrip was constructed to provide emergency services and refueling for aircraft along the flight route. Its strategic importance increased during the war due to maritime threats, particularly from submarines. Arrangements included establishing a fuel storage facility and utilizing sailing ships to transport supplies and fuel to the site. In 1945, the airstrip was further developed into a military logistics facility, requiring security protection and the provision of water and necessary equipment for personnel. The remains of the building and the stone runway still stand as witnesses to the site's historical role in aviation and maritime transport alike.
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