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The Arab Revolt
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The Arab Revolt or Great Arab Revolt was officially initiated by Hussein bin Ali, Sharif of Mecca, at Mecca on June 10, (9 Sha'ban of the Islamic calendar Background - Forces - Conflicts - Aftermath. The Arab Revolt began on 5 June Forces commanded by Sharif Hussein ibn Ali's sons, the emirs Ali and Feisal, attacked the Ottoman garrison at Medina. 10 Jun The centenary is a good opportunity to reflect on the unintended consequences of the Arab Revolt. Encouraged by the British, the ruler of the holy city, Sharif Hussein, launched a revolt against the Ottoman Turks. To persuade him to help them, the British promised him and his Arab.
While the colonial powers denied the Arabs their promised single unified Arab state, it is nevertheless testimony to the effectiveness of the Great Arab Revolt that. 3 Jun Yet a century on, the Arab Revolt continues to capture imaginations. This year alone it has inspired a slew of docudramas, books and. 11 Nov The Arab revolt began in June , with an attack by the half-armed and inexperienced tribesmen upon the Turkish garrisons in Medina and.
6 Jun To mark years since the Arab Revolt we look at how the Guardian and Observer covered events. 17 Aug - 6 min - Uploaded by Mr Allsop History A brief overview of the key events of the Arab Revolt in the Arabian Peninsula from 4 Aug One of the most important (and most debated) aspects of WWI was the revolt of the Arabs against the Ottoman Empire. Was this revolt a. During the First World War, as part of her war against the Turks, Britain attempted to build up allies among the Arab subjects of the Ottoman empire. Led by Sharif. The Arab Revolt was often carried out by mounted Arab tribesmen, who knew the land intimately and were excellent marksmen (Library of Congress ).