? The first comprehensive history one of the most successful British campaigns of the First World War The 1917 Palestine campaign saw Britain's Armed forces rise from defeat to achieve stunning victory. After two failed attacks on Gaza using tactics employed on the Western Front, a new commander was appointed. General Allenby reinvigorated the Army and led it to stunning success in the Third Battle of Gaza. This offensive would see an innovative use of cavalry and all-arms co-operation push the Ottoman defenders all the way back to Jerusalem. This campaign is seldom examined outside of dry assessments of strategy and movements, or studies of T.E. Lawrence's peripheral role. This work will bring the campaign to life in a broader and deeper sense, analysing the 'war fighting' and logistical aspects while also telling the stories of the men who lived and fought in the harsh desert conditions. The repercussions of this campaign continue to be felt today, and by re-examining the past we can better understand the present. AUTHOR: Stuart Hadaway is a professional military historian who has spent the past eight years working with regimental museums around the UK, including as curator of the RAF Museum. He is currently Senior Researcher to the official historians of the RAF, as well as being a prolific writer with articles published in many magazines, including Britain at War, Military Illustrated and Your Family Tree. SELLING POINTS: ? The consequences of this conflict continue to be felt throughout the Holy Land today ? Details the involvement of Indian, Ottoman and ANZAC and British troops ? Tri-service approach to this theatre of war examines the key roles played by the army, navy and air force 40 b/w images
