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The Fall of the Ottomans

The Great War in the Middle East, 1914–1920
Book • 2015
In 'The Fall of the Ottomans', Eugene Rogan provides a detailed narrative of the Ottoman Empire's role in World War I, including its military campaigns and political intrigues.

The book explores the impact of the war on the Middle East, leading to the partition of Ottoman lands and ongoing regional conflicts.

Rogan also discusses the Armenian genocide and the rise of modern Turkey.

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Mentioned in 4 episodes

Recommended by Anita Anand to listeners experiencing withdrawal symptoms before the next episode.
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34. The Sick Man of Europe
Mentioned by Anita Anand as the author of the book, discussing the Gallipoli campaign.
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35. Gallipoli: Death at the Cliff Edge
Mentioned by Anita Anand and William Dalrymple in their discussion about the Armenian genocide.
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37. The Armenian Genocide: Death Marches
Mentioned by Jeffrey Sachs as a book following the First World War in the Middle East.
Season 4, Episode 5: Eugene Rogan, The Arabs: A History

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