The Sultanate of Oman: A Forgotten Empire Oman is frequently in the news at the moment - reflecting Britain’s crucial role in the reconstruction of this ancient Empire. John MacKenzie | Published in History Today Volume 34 Issue 9 September 1984 To continue reading this article you will need to purchase access to the online archive. Buy Online Access Buy Print & Archive Subscription If you have already purchased access, or are a print & archive subscriber, please ensure you are logged in. Please email digital@historytoday.com if you have any problems.