P. G. Elgood

Egypt and the Army P. G. Elgood

This interesting book contains a wealth of information on Egypt and it's army at the beginning of the twentieth century by Lieutenant-Colonel P. G. Elgood, and is highly recommended for inclusion on the bookshelf of anyone with an interest in the subject. Contents: Attitude of Egypt at the Outbreak of War; Growth of Discontent with the British Occupation; First Effects of War; The Suez Canal; Martial Law; Turkish Preparations and Attack upon the Suez Canal; The Suez Canal Zone in 1915; Armenian Refugees; Egypt in 1915; The Army and the Civil Administration; Discipline in a Theatre of War; The Desert Campaigns; Civil Administration in 1916; Contre-Espionage; War Grievances of Egypt; Rebellion; Index.