British Campaigns in the Nearer East, 1914-1918 (Classic Reprint)

A definitive history of British campaigns in the Near East during the First World War, from Gallipoli to Mesopotamia. This volume weaves together the strategic aims, brutal conditions, and turning points that shaped a theater often overlooked in WWI histories. Drawing on official records and contemporary accounts, it traces the actions around Gallipoli, Jerusalem, Kut, Basra, and the broader pursuit of influence across the region.The narrative centers on the people, decisions, and battles that determined the course of the war in this region. You’ll follow commanders, troops, and logistics as they confronted harsh terrain, supply shortages, and shifting strategies while attempting to secure imperial objectives. The book situates military operations within their political context, illuminating how victories and setbacks altered regional power. Detailed coverage of major operations, including Gallipoli, the advance on Jerusalem, and the Mesopotamian theater. Profiles and actions of key leaders and troops who shaped the campaigns. Analysis of tactics, logistics, and the challenges of fighting in deserts, deserts rivers, and fortified positions. A cohesive narrative that connects battlefield events to broader strategic outcomes.Ideal for readers of military history, WWI scholarship, and those interested in how the war stretched across the Near East and altered aftershocks in the region. Read more