Zayed II Military College is the principal military academy and officer training institution for the United Arab Emirates Army. Located in Al Ain, the college was established on February 1, 1972, by Sheikh Zayed bin Sultan Al Nahyan, just two months after the formation of the UAE. The institution is named after the late founder of the nation, and its first class of officers graduated in 1972. The college offers a comprehensive officer training program, emphasizing leadership, military strategy, and tactics. It also plays a key role in preparing Emirati officers for various military leadership positions within the UAE Armed Forces. The college celebrated its golden jubilee in 2022, marking 50 years of operation and development. Zayed II Military College is known for its commitment to producing highly skilled military leaders for the UAE Army