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Images from the past harken back to the heyday of Abu Dhabi pearl diving
The crew of a pearling sambuk dhow prepares to set sail in shallow waters off the coast of Abu Dhabi.
While a drummer beats out a rhythm for their work, some pull on the massive oars, while others hoist the heavy mainsail to haul up the mast.
With nets already dangling over th...