The Politics of Damascus, 1920-1946: Urban Notables and the French Mandate

Contents Preface Introduction I. The Occupation of Damascus II. The Great Syrian Revolt III. The National Bloc IV. Taj al-Dinn Hasani V. The Birth of the Syrian Republic VI. The National Era VII. Failure of Diplomacy VIII. Syria and World War II IX. 'Independence' and President Hasani X. Shukri Kuwatly XI. Independence Syrian Politicians During the French Mandate Bibliography Index