The Historical Study of Dr. Moataz Younis Al-Taie (1959 – 2018)
Abstract
This research presents a historical documentation of Dr. Moataz Younis Al-Taie as one of the most prominent academic and athletic figures in Mosul. The importance of the study lies in preserving the scientific and sports legacy and linking it with the academic and social context, providing valuable material for researchers in physical education history.
Objectives: To record and document the academic, athletic, and administrative achievements of Dr. Moataz; to highlight his main contributions; and to clarify his role in advancing educational and sports activities.
Procedures: The researchers adopted the historical descriptive method, collecting data from primary sources (personal interviews, family and university archives) and secondary published sources, then analyzing them chronologically and thematically.
Conclusions: The results showed that Dr. Moataz had a clear influence in establishing scientific research and sports training culture in Iraqi universities, in addition to his leadership in academic and administrative positions.
Recommendations: Establishing a unified archive for documenting distinguished figures in sports and physical education, encouraging similar historical studies, and utilizing the experiences of pioneers in developing curricula and modern training programs.
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- Personal papers in the possession of his son, Mr. Moamen Moataz Younis.
- Personal papers in the possession of his brother, Mr. Khaled Younis Dhunun.
- Personal papers in the possession of the family of the late Professor Dr. Moataz Younis.
- Ayad Muhammad Abdullah, Encyclopedia of Mosul Sports Figures in the Twentieth Century, Mosul, 2022, p. 295
- Raad Ahmed Amin, Diaa Younis in the eternal care of the deceased, sports memories before his departure, Mosuliyat, issue 25, September 2011.
- A personal interview with Dr. Moataz's brother, Dr. Firas Younis, a doctor at the College of Physical Education and Sports Sciences, University of Mosul, dated February 5, 2025.
- A personal interview with Dr. Moataz's brother, Sayed Khaled Younis, at his home.
- A personal interview with Professor Dr. Muhammad Tawfiq Othman, a doctor at the College of Basic Education.
- A personal interview with Professor Walid Khaled Hammam, a lecturer in the College of Basic Education, Department of Physical Education and Sports Sciences, dated January 13, 2025.
- The personal library of Dr. Mutaz Younis Al-Taie is located in his private home.
- From the archives of the Al-Minaa Al-Basri Club (Al-Minaa Sports Club Fans and Supporters Group)
- From the archives of former international handball player and journalist Mr. Jamal Al-Din Al-Taie
- Book No. 4S/1726 of 2005.
- University Order No. 3/12/3302 of June 21, 1983.
- Administrative Order No. M. Sh./324 of April 4, 1984.
- Administrative Order No. 7/9/1969 of October 4, 1989.
- Book No. 12/11/1991.
- Administrative Order No. 9/3/1847 of December 14, 1993.
- University Order No. 9/16/281 of February 5, 1997.
- Book No. 35 of July 12, 1998.
- Letter No. 3719/5118 dated June 24, 2000.
- Letter No. 469 dated April 22, 2001.
- Administrative Order No. 1S/2801 dated December 15, 2001.
- Letter No. 2101 dated December 22, 2001.
- Letter No. 1120 dated July 4, 2002.
- Letter No. 136 dated August 12, 2002.
- Letter No. 1704 dated September 25, 2002.
- Letter No. 1024 dated September 17, 2003.
- Letter No. 1457 dated October 7, 2004.
- University Order No. 9/8/3104 of May 26, 2003.
- University Order No. 9/8/19177 of November 23, 2006.
- University Order No. 9/16/7671 of May 13, 2009.
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