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38. Sykes-Picot: Carving up the Middle-East

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Contrasting Personalities: Diplomacy and Cultural Echoes

This chapter explores the contrasting personalities and backgrounds of the two main architects of the Sykes-Picot Agreement. It highlights the complex cultural influences and historical tensions between the British and French in the Middle East, underscoring the impact of colonial history.

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