The Campaign in Mesopotamia Vol I. Official History of the Great War Other Theatres
The Campaign in Mesopotamia Vol I. Official History of the Great War Other Theatres

Author: Brig Gen. F. J. Moberly

Publisher:

Published: 2013-05

Total Pages: 426

ISBN-13: 9781845749422

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The first of four volumes covering the campaign in "Mesop" (today's Irak) that was fought mainly by Indian Army troops... This volume opens with background on the geography of the country, the pre-war political scene, the Turks, the Indian Army and the inception of the opérations. The history of the campaign opens with the landing of Force "D" in Mesopotamia in November 1914, the occupation of Basra and capture of Qurna. It covers the defeat of the Turkish counter-offensive, the capture of Amara in June 1915 and on to the Battle of Kut in September, concluding with the situation at the beginning of October 1915.

Indian Soldiers in the First World War
Indian Soldiers in the First World War

Author: Ashutosh Kumar

Publisher: Taylor & Francis

Published: 2020-12-23

Total Pages: 153

ISBN-13: 1000335283

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This book explores the lives and social histories of Indians soldiers who fought in the First World War. It focuses on their motivations, experiences, and lives after returning from service in Europe, Mesopotamia, East Africa, and Palestine, to present a more complete picture of Indian participation in the war. The book looks at the Indian support to the war for political concessions from the British government and its repercussions through the perspective of the role played by more than one million Indian soldiers and labourers. It examines the social and cultural aspects of the experience of fighting on foreign soil in a deadly battle and their contributions which remain largely unrecognised. From micro-histories of fighting soldiers, aspects of recruitment and deployment, to macro-histories connecting different aspects of the War, the volume explores a variety of themes including: the material incentives, coercion and training which converted peasants into combatants; encounters of travelling Indian soldiers with other societies; and the contributions of returned soldiers in Indian society. The book will be useful to researchers and students of history, post-colonial studies, sociology, literature, and cultural studies as well as for those interested in military history, World War I, and colonial history.

The Campaign in Mesopotamia Vol III.Official History of the Great War Other Theatres
The Campaign in Mesopotamia Vol III.Official History of the Great War Other Theatres

Author: Anon

Publisher:

Published: 2013-05

Total Pages: 502

ISBN-13: 9781845749408

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This third volume in the official four-volume history of the Mesopotamia (Iraq) campaign takes the story form May 1916 up to 30 April 1917, covering the battle of Kut-Al-Amara, the pursuit of the Turks, the occupation of Baghdad and the subsequent opérations around Baghdad... Operations here are described in detail, since this phase in the Mesopotamian campaign is the only instance of continuous, close-trench fighting. Appendices provide detailed British and Indian army order of battle information.

The Ottoman Army and the First World War
The Ottoman Army and the First World War

Author: Mesut Uyar

Publisher: Routledge

Published: 2020-12-29

Total Pages: 466

ISBN-13: 1000295087

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This is a comprehensive new operational military history of the Ottoman army during the First World War. Drawing from archives, official military histories, personal war narratives and sizable Turkish secondary literature, it tells the incredible story of the Ottoman army’s struggle from the mountains of the Caucasus to the deserts of Arabia and the bloody shores of Gallipoli. The Ottoman army, by opening new fronts, diverted and kept sizeable units of British, Russian and French forces away from the main theatres and even sent reinforcements to Austro-Hungary and Bulgaria. Against all odds the Ottoman army ultimately achieved some striking successes, not only on the battlefield, but in their total mobilization of the empire’s meagre human and economic resources. However, even by the terrible standards of the First World War, these achievements came at a terrible price in casualties and, ultimately, loss of territory. Thus, instead of improving the integrity and security of the empire, the war effectively dismantled it and created situations and problems hitherto undreamed of by a besieged Ottoman leadership. In a unique account, Uyar revises our understanding of the war in the Middle East.

A HISTORY OF THE GREAT WAR - All 6 Volumes (Illustrated with Maps and Plans)
A HISTORY OF THE GREAT WAR - All 6 Volumes (Illustrated with Maps and Plans)

Author: Arthur Conan Doyle

Publisher: Good Press

Published: 2024-01-16

Total Pages: 1246

ISBN-13:

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Arthur Conan Doyle's 'A History of the Great War' is a monumental work consisting of all 6 volumes, meticulously illustrated with maps and plans. This comprehensive account of World War I delves into the political, military, and social aspects of the conflict, providing readers with a detailed analysis of the key events that shaped the war. Doyle's writing style is both engaging and authoritative, making the complex subject matter accessible to a wide audience. The inclusion of maps and plans enhances the reader's understanding of the geographic scope of the war, adding a visual element to the narrative. Set against the backdrop of the early 20th century, the book offers valuable insights into the historical context of the Great War, making it an essential read for history enthusiasts and scholars alike.