The union of the Chalhoub Family was the dream of many, that may go back to the time when the family was scattered across all of Lebanon and Syria.
In 1614, after the death of the Kashlak and his soldiers, family members were forced to leave Douma and live in safer regions in fear for their lives. Used to tragedies, this did not affect them much; but not used to being separated, they tried throughout the years to maintain social relations driven by their love for each other.
The most influential person in the creation of the Chalhoub Family Union is
Mr. Malek Majed Chalhoub, founder and former president of the Union.
The following is a step by step account of the creation of the Chalhoub Family Union:
The birth of the Union 
