So, on December 16th, 1971, Bahrain said it was its own country, free from Britain. This day is now celebrated as Bahrain National Day. Read More: Facts About Bahrain 2. Official Observances and ...

HMS Clyde, now named RBNS Al Zubarah, was formally handed over to the Royal Bahraini Navy in a ceremony at Portsmouth, in the UK. The Kingdom of Bahrain has purchased the former UK Royal Navy ...