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Bloomsbury Jerusalem in World War I - Palestine Diary Book

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Explore a unique historical perspective with Jerusalem in World War I: The Palestine Diary of a European Diplomat. Published by Bloomsbury, this book offers a firsthand account of life in Jerusalem during the autumn of 1914. When the Great War began in Europe, Antonio de la Cierva y Lewita, known as Conde de Ballobar, was sent to manage the Spanish consulate in the city. Through his personal diary, readers gain an unparalleled look at late Ottoman Jerusalem and the significant changes brought about by wartime life. This document serves as an invaluable resource for historians seeking to understand the regional impact of the conflict. Ballobar provides a detailed account of local tensions, including the struggles among local churches regarding control of the city's holy sites. This book brings the historical atmosphere of the era to life through the eyes of a diplomat living through the upheaval.

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Provides a unique historical account written by Antonio de la Cierva y Lewita, a diplomat stationed in Jerusalem during World War I.

Offers an unparalleled look into the daily life and social upheavals of late Ottoman Jerusalem during the war.

Includes a detailed record of the conflicts between local churches over the control of the city's holy sites.

Serves as an invaluable primary source for historians studying military history and the Middle East in the early 20th century.

Delivers a firsthand perspective of the Spanish consulate's experiences in Palestine at the start of the conflict.

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hardcover
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Amazon UK
Release Date
30 August 2011
Listed Since
06 May 2010

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