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The Union Defence Force is like the main team that protects the United Arab Emirates (UAE). Imagine it as the country's shield! It's made up of different groups, like the army, navy, and air force, all working together. Their job is to keep all seven parts of the UAE, called emirates, safe and sound. Their main office is in Abu Dhabi, which is a big city in the UAE. About 65,000 people are part of this important force, helping to keep peace and security. This force has been involved in operations in Sharjah twice.

What is the Union Defence Force?

The Union Defence Force is the official name for the armed forces of the United Arab Emirates. Think of them as the brave men and women who protect the country. They are responsible for keeping the UAE safe from any threats. This includes protecting its land, sea, and skies.

Protecting the Emirates

The UAE is made up of seven different areas called emirates. These are like states or regions within one country. The Union Defence Force protects all of them equally. Their main goal is to make sure everyone living in the UAE is safe.

Where They Are Based

The main office, or headquarters, of the Union Defence Force is in Abu Dhabi. This is one of the largest cities and the capital of the UAE. From this central location, they plan and coordinate all their activities.

How Many People Serve?

Around 65,000 people are part of the Union Defence Force. These dedicated individuals work in various roles. Some are soldiers on the ground, others are pilots in the air, and some are sailors at sea. Each person plays an important part in keeping the country secure.

Images for kids

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    A falcon was added to the original Trucial Oman Levies insignia to signify the union of the seven emirates and formation of a united force.

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    United Arab Emirates Honor Guard

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    A UAE Armed Forces Special Ops soldier assigned to Special Operations Task Force-West, patrols villages in Afghanistan on 7 April 2011.

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    UAE Army BMP-3 conducting live fire desert training

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    UAEAF C-17A Globemaster III

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    Battle tested Emirati manufactured APC Nimr restored from Operation Decisive Storm on display in IDEX 2017

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    United Arab Emirates F-16 Block 60 taking off after taxiing out of the Lockheed Martin plant in Fort Worth, TX (NAS Fort Worth JRB)

  • Emirate Mirage 2000 jets

    Several Emirati Air Force Mirage 2000s over Afghanistan in 2008

  • AS332 Super Puma UAE

    A United Arab Emirates Navy Super Puma helicopter

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    Emirati Leclerc tank

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