Captain Cyril Falls Libri

The narrative details British military operations in Macedonia from May to September 1917, highlighting a period marked by raids and a devastating fire in Salonika that left many homeless. As 1917 progressed, operations intensified in the Struma Valley, culminating in the replacement of the Allied commander. The book covers subsequent Franco-Greek operations and the key battles of Dobropolje and Dojran, leading to the Bulgarian retreat and the armistice on September 30, 1918, while noting significant casualties, particularly from malaria.

Focusing on the Arab revolt against the Turks, this volume chronicles the pivotal events from May 1918 to the armistice, highlighting Col. T.E. Lawrence's contributions. It details the reorganization of the Egyptian Expeditionary Force (EEF) in response to the demands of the Western Front and describes key offensives, including the battles of Megiddo and the pursuit through Syria leading to Damascus. An epilogue reflects on the campaign's strategy and tactics, supplemented by extensive appendices featuring operational records and orders of battle.

Focusing on the Arab revolt against the Turks, this volume chronicles key events from May 1918 to the armistice, highlighting the strategic contributions of Col. T. E. Lawrence 'of Arabia'. His guerrilla tactics, including sabotage of railways, effectively diverted Turkish forces, aiding the Egyptian Expeditionary Force (EEF). Amidst the backdrop of the German spring offensives, the book details the reorganization of the EEF as British infantry units were sent to France, replaced by Indian battalions, reflecting the complexities of wartime logistics and strategy.

Focusing on the military strategies and pivotal battles, this volume details the Egypt and Palestine campaign under General Allenby from June 1917 until the armistice with Turkey. It chronicles significant offensives, including the battles of Gaza and Beersheba, leading to the capture of Jerusalem. The narrative extends into early 1918, covering operations in the Jordan Valley and key engagements in Trans-Jordan. The structure includes a comprehensive contents list and appendices, reflecting the extensive scope of this historical account.

Focusing on the pivotal leadership of Allenby, this volume chronicles the Egypt and Palestine campaign from June 1917 until the armistice with Turkey. It highlights the significant offensives and battles that unfolded under his command, emphasizing the transformation of the campaign during this critical period. The decision to split this volume into two parts reflects the extensive developments and complexities of the military operations that occurred during Allenby's tenure.

Focusing on the military history of World War I, this volume explores the conflict's origins, particularly the tensions between Austria and Serbia. It chronicles the arrival of British and French troops in Salonika, Greece, and details Greece's political shift as King Constantine abdicates, leading to the nation's alliance with the Allies. The narrative culminates with the April/May 1917 Battle of Dojran, highlighting the involvement of various British divisions, including the 10th Irish and 60th London, and their subsequent deployment in the Palestine campaign.

Focusing on the British military operations in Macedonia from May to September 1917, this volume details a period marked by raids and the devastating fire in Salonika, displacing 80,000 people. The narrative shifts to increased activity by late 1917, with operations in the Struma Valley and a change in leadership from General Sarrail to General Guillaumat. The book covers the Franco-Greek operations and significant battles, culminating in the Allied pursuit and the armistice with Bulgaria on September 30, 1918, highlighting substantial casualties and challenges faced by the troops.

This Atlas features a comprehensive collection of both color and black-and-white maps originally included in the renowned three-volume set on Military Operations in Egypt and Palestine during the Great War. It serves as a valuable resource for understanding the geographical context of military strategies and movements in these theaters of war, providing a visual complement to the historical narratives.

This is the first of two volumes which, after a brief background review of Macedonia and its neighbours, and the conflict between Austria and Serbia which triggered The Great War, picks up the story from the landing of British and French troops at Salonika in northern Greece and takes it up to the abdication of the pro-German King Constantine of Greece and the entry of Greece into the war on the side of the Allies. The last of the military operations covered in this volume is the April/May 1917 allied offensive known as the Battle of Dojran; British divisions in the theatre consisted of 10th (Irish), 22nd, 26th, 27th (reg), 38th (reg) and 60th (2/2nd London, TF); the latter was transferred to the EEF in June 1917 and fought in the Palestine campaign