Middle East Travel Writing, History & Archeology
In the interconnected web of global history, certain pivotal events serve as significant turning points, shaping the course of relationships between nations and regions. One such event, set against the backdrop of World War I, was the Battle of Aqaba. This influential campaign was launched in July 1917 by the British lieutenant Colonel Thomas Edward … Read more
The final campaign in Palestine and Syria, unfolding from December 1917 to October 1918, encapsulated a critical juncture in the tapestry of World War I. Against the backdrop of the tumultuous events that characterised this period, the Arab Revolt faced its ultimate test, with the fate of nations hanging in the balance. As the campaign … Read more
In the shifting sands of the Great Arab Revolt during World War I, one figure emerged as a masterful orchestrator of unconventional warfare – T.E. Lawrence. His pivotal role in the Aqaba campaign serves as a compelling chapter in the saga of Lawrence’s exploits. As the architect of daring and audacious strategies, Lawrence propelled the … Read more
In the scorching summer months of 1917, the Arab Revolt against the Ottoman Empire bore witness to pivotal developments, with the strategic port of Aqaba emerging as a linchpin in the conflict. This period marked the relocation of Feisal’s army from Wejh to Aqaba, facilitated by naval transport for regulars and camel journeys for the … Read more
In World War I, T.E. Lawrence, better known as Lawrence of Arabia, emerges as a central figure whose strategic brilliance and audacious exploits had a profound effect on the Arab Revolt against the Ottoman Empire. Here we delve into a pivotal chapter of Lawrence’s wartime narrative, focusing on his instrumental role in orchestrating a relentless … Read more
In the radiant dawn of June 10, 1916, the melodic call to prayer reverberated from the minaret of Mecca’s mosque, heralding the onset of a momentous rebellion against Ottoman rule. At the forefront of this pivotal moment stood Sharif Hussein ibn Ali, a visionary leader who astutely selected this sacred hour to discharge a solitary … Read more