Arab Revolt

1916 CE · Hicaz · war

In 1916, during the First World War, the Arab Revolt began on the Arabian Peninsula against Ottoman rule.

The movement, which developed under the leadership of Sharif Hussein, was carried out with the support of Britain and became part of the Entente Powers' strategy against the Ottoman Empire. The revolt weakened the Ottoman position in the region and produced important consequences in shaping the postwar political order of the Middle East.

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What was Arab Revolt?
In 1916, during the First World War, the Arab Revolt began on the Arabian Peninsula against Ottoman rule.
When did Arab Revolt happen?
1916 CE
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