02524cam a22003253u 4500 53498 UtSlPG 20260610134231.0 m cr n 260607r2016||||utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d UtSlPG en iso639-1 DT Napier, Charles, 1786-1860 The War in Syria, Volume 1 (of 2) Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg, 2016 1 online resource : multiple file formats text txt rdacontent computer c rdamedia online resource cr rdacarrier Release date is 2016-11-10 Produced by KD Weeks, Brian Coe and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive) "The War in Syria, Volume 1" by Charles Napier is a historical account written in the early 19th century. This volume delves into the intricacies of the conflict in Syria during a time of significant political upheaval, including the rise of Mehemet Ali, the Viceroy of Egypt, and the tensions involving the Ottoman Empire and European powers. The book is likely to interest readers looking for a firsthand perspective on military strategy and international relations during this pivotal historical moment. At the start of the narrative, the author outlines the state of affairs in the Levant in August 1839, revealing the backdrop of escalating tensions between the Ottoman Empire and Mehemet Ali's forces. Napier shares insights from his interviews with key figures such as Hosrew Pacha and Sir Robert Stopford, highlighting the precarious position of the Turkish government. He describes the ineffectiveness of the allied squadrons and the potential consequences of their inaction, setting the stage for the unfolding drama of a war that would involve military engagements and diplomatic maneuvers in response to the insurrections and the ambitions of the involved parties. The book begins with a clear exposition of the political landscape and personal accounts that promise to engage readers seeking a thorough understanding of the conflict. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Original publication data not identified Turkey -- History -- 1829-1878 Egypt -- History -- Mohammed Ali, 1805-1849 Syria -- History https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/53498 94332 94332