Abstract: The volume contains a chronological list of brief summaries of papers relating to the activities of the Indian Expeditionary Force D (also known as the Mesopotamia Expeditionary Force) between 1 and 15 July 1918. This is accompanied by appendices containing copies and extracts of these papers, which include: telegrams, tables, and letters, containing instructions and reports.An index to the contents of this volume can be found at folios 3-21. The volume covers many topics and events, but mostly relates to:Incident regarding the 49th Bengali regimentTurkish [Ottoman] troops: movements and activities; changes in command; status in the Caucasus region; and distribution on week ending 2 July (ff 94-103) and week ending 9 July (ff 197-205)Details of personnel and supplies, including requirements, across multiple departmentsDetails regarding road and railways constructionDetails of traffic and tonnage [amounts of cargo] transported on railways and shipsMatters relating to the exchange and transport of personnel and supplies between Mesopotamia, India, Egypt, and Persia [Iran]Reorganisation of units within Force D, including creation of new labour corps and proposals for the Machine Gun Corps CentreMatters relating to the Dunsterforce, including: supplies and personnel requirements; activities in northern Persia; intelligence and reports, especially on affairs at Baku and imminent attack on Resht [Rasht] by the Jangalis [Jangalī movement]Matters relating to staff, including: appointments, promotions, pay, leave, and trainingMatters relating to Persia, including: oil fields; relations with Persian Government and tribal leaders; discussions regarding action to be taken in north-western Persia; plans for Abadeh and impact on Dunsterforce; high use of resources; the East Persian Cordon [also referred to as 'E. P. Cordon']; and organisation of Persian Line of Communication unitStatus of various Russian factions in Turkestan and Caspian Sea regionsIntelligence regarding German troops, including: Turko-German relations; activities in Turkestan and Kabul; commanders; policy for eastern Azerbaijan; and status in the Caucasus regionLists of sick and woundedMatters relating to agriculture and farming in Mesopotamia, including reports in newspapers of famineRoyal Air Force reportsDiscussions regarding plans for Caspian and Caucasus regions, especially at BakuIntelligence from the British Military Attaché, Teheran [Tehran]Daily operations reports from the General Officer Commanding, Force DBrief discussions regarding demobilisation and a post-war garrison in MesopotamiaMatters relating to Colonel Lazar Bicharakov [Bicherakov]Prisoners of warDiscussions about expenditure and revenue from occupied territoriesGeneral Officer Commanding's suggested changes to the composition of headquarters of a corps and infantry brigade, following experiences in Mesopotamia.The volume also contains:Distribution of Force D, including details of the lines of communication administration, as well as names of General Officers and Brigade Commanders, as of 20 July (ff 22-42) and 15 June (ff 284-293)Report on irrigational agricultural development in Mesopotamia by T R J Ward, Inspector-General of Irrigation in India, 11 May (ff 49-72), including extracts of reports and notes supplied by: Ward; Colonel L W Lewis, Director of Irrigation; and Captain [Alan?] [Lewis?] Gordon-Walker, Revenue Officer, Basrah [Basra]Appreciations [reports] from the Directorate of Military Operations summarising the situation in Mesopotamia and Persia on 1 July (ff 82-84), 8 July (ff 177-179), and 15 July (ff 320-322)Appreciation by the Commander-in-Chief, India, of the present military situation in ‘the East’ [Salonika [Thessaloniki]; India; Palestine; Mesopotamia; Trans-Caucasia; Trans-Caspia; Turkestan; Persia; and Afghanistan], dated 4 July (ff 126-127)Statements showing strength of the different contingents serving with Force D as of 8 June (ff 145-147), 1 June (ff 222-235), and 15 June (ff 252-253)Monthly report on Government Military Dairies in Mesopotamia for month ending 31 May (ff 149-156)Detailed statements of ration strength of Mesopotamian Expeditionary Force on 1 June (ff 216-222), 8 June (ff 254-259)Monthly wastage [loss or destruction of animals] return for month ending 26 May (ff 276-279) and month ending 28 April (ff 280-283).The file contains a copy of the report (Appendix 264) of the Mesopotamian Transport Commission on the organisation and administration of river and railway transport in Mesopotamia, dating from February 1918 (ff 325-381). The report is split into six chapters:'General Description''Military Organisation for Control and Supervision of Transportation services''Tonnage Requirements and Capacity of Rivers and Railways''Detailed Consideration of Present Conditions''Future Developments''Conclusions and Recommendations'.The report also contains four appendices, covering: 'Inland Water Transport'; 'Railways'; 'Local Resources'; and 'Maps'. The latter appendix comprises two maps, which can be found at IOR/L/MIL/17/5/3303, f 380 and IOR/L/MIL/17/5/3303, f 381. The report and maps were originally kept in the pocket at folio 324 of the volume, but have been moved to a separate archival folder for conservation purposes.Trans-Caucasia, Trans-Caspia, and Turkestan are all historic regions within Central Asia.Whilst the volume contains copies of earlier material dating from December 1917 onwards, the bulk of the material dates from July 1918.Physical description: The foliation sequence (used for referencing) commences at the front cover of the volume (ff 1-324) and terminates at the last folio of the file (ff 325-381); these numbers are written in pencil, are circled, and are located in the top right corner of the recto side of each folio. Multiple additional mixed foliation/pagination sequences are also present; these numbers are printed.Dimensions of volume: 21 x 33cm
Abstract: The volume contains a chronological list of brief summaries of papers relating to the activities of the Indian Expeditionary Force D (also known as the Mesopotamia Expeditionary Force) between 10 and 31 December 1914. This is accompanied by appendices containing copies and extracts of these papers, which include letters and telegrams containing reports, instructions, and casualty lists.A summary of the contents of this volume can be found at folio 2 under the subheading ‘Consolidating Position’:‘Engineer Field Park sailed’‘Turkish [Ottoman] prisoners sent to India’‘Reinforcements sailed’‘Sniping at Qurneh [Al Qurnah]’‘No. 104 Heavy Battery mobilized’‘Sniping at Qurneh’The arrival at Basrah [Basra] of: Survey Section; 1 Company Sirmoor Sappers and Miners; and Search-light Section.Topics also covered include: requests for supplies and equipment; the movements of Turkish troops; plans for the administration of Basrah; and the activities of Bin Saud [‘Abd al-‘Azīz bin ‘Abd al-Raḥmān bin Fayṣal Āl Sa‘ūd, also known as Ibn Saud].Summaries of the contents of previous volumes can be found at folio 1.The title page contains the following reference: ‘9th December. Turkish Surrender at Qurneh.’The bulk of the material dates from 10-31 December 1914, but the volume also contains a small number of copies of telegrams dated from November and early December 1914.Physical description: Foliation: the foliation sequence (used for referencing) commences at the first folio with 1 and terminates at the last folio with 71; these numbers are printed, and are located in the bottom centre of the recto side of each folio. The foliation sequence does not include the front and back covers, nor does it include the leading and ending flyleaves.Dimensions: 21x33cm
Abstract: The volume contains a chronological list of brief summaries of papers relating to the activities of the Indian Expeditionary Force D (also known as the Mesopotamia Expeditionary Force) between 1 and 15 September 1918. This is accompanied by appendices containing copies and extracts of these papers, which include: letters, telegrams, notes, reports, tables, and memoranda.An index to the contents of this volume can be found at folios 3-24. The volume concerns:Appreciations [reports] and intelligence summaries from the Directorate of Military Operations dated 2 September 1918 (ff 80-83) and 9 September 1918 (ff 230-233)Supplies, particularly delivery of supplies to Enzali [Bandar-e Anzali] and Krasnovodsk [Türkmenbaşy]Reports from the Royal Flying Corps of machines in service and pilots availableMovement of ships and loads transportedPersonnel requirements and reinforcementsInformation about Baku and orders to Dunsterforce concerning evacuating the city, destroying the oil fields, and reinforcing the Krasnovodsk garrisonMovements of DunsterforceThe location of Turkish [Ottoman] troopsThe Turkish attack on Baku and Turkish possession of the oil fieldsProgress of railway constructionDespatch of troops and reinforcements, including medical personnelInformation regarding the Armenian GenocideAnti-Turkish and German propaganda plansTrade in Mesopotamia, including trade at BaghdadProvision of cinema films in the Persian GulfMilitary action by Cossack and Czecho-Slovak troopsDespatch of troops to Salonika [Thessaloniki]Illicit export of foodstuffs from Persian DistrictsReports of Bolshevic [Bolshevik] murders of Turcomans [Turks] and Persians [Iranians] in Merv [Mary] and Tejend [Tejen]Shipping requirements and concernsReport on fisheries in the Persian Gulf (ff 67-68).The following tables appear:Distribution and composition of Force D (ff 25-41), on 17 August 1918 (ff 265-275)State of supplies on 27 August 1918 (ff 68-69), 7 September 1918 (ff 325-326)Ration strength of Force D on 27 July 1918 (ff 72-79), 17 August 1918 (ff 191-194), 3 August 1918 (ff 296-301), 24 August 1918 (ff 396-399), 10 August 1918 (ff 400-405)Distribution of the Turkish Army on 3 September 1918 (ff 98-110), 10 September 1918 (ff 248-258)Strength returns and summaries of Force D on 20 July 1918 (ff 116-129), 17 August 1918 (ff 303-319)Weekly return of the sick and wounded on 17 August 1918 (ff 133-135), 24 August 1918 (ff 333-334)Statement of animal transport with Force D on 28 July 1918 (ff 292-295)Monthly distribution report of motor vehicles with Force D on 1 August 1918 (ff 350-370).Physical description: The foliation sequence commences at the front cover with 1 and terminates at the inside back cover with 408; these numbers are written in pencil, are circled, and are located in the top right corner of the recto side of each folio. An additional foliation sequence is also present in parallel between ff 4-406; these numbers are printed and are located in the bottom centre of the recto side of each folio.Dimensions: 21 x 33cm
Abstract: The volume contains a chronological list of brief summaries of papers relating to the activities of the Indian Expeditionary Force D (also known as the Mesopotamia Expeditionary Force) between 16 and 31 October 1918. This is accompanied by appendices containing copies and extracts of these papers, which include: telegrams, memoranda, tables, and letters, containing instructions and reports.An index to the contents of this volume can be found at IOR/L/MIL/17/5/3309. The volume covers many topics and events, but mostly relates to:Matters relating to railway traffic and constructionOperation reports concerning north western Persia [Iran], as well as correspondence with the General Officer Commanding, Bushire [Bushehr]Intelligence about the situation in Azerbaijan, the Caucasus and the Caspian Sea regionsDiscussions about Armenian troops, including: updates on status and activities; intelligence provided by them; and their relationship with Allied troopsStatus of affairs in southern KurdistanMatters relating to personnel, including: appointments, temporary promotions, pay, leave, training, and demand across departmentsMatters relating to the General Wilfrid Malleson Mission in Transcaspia [historic region in Central Asia, also rendered in text as Trans-caspia]Formation of the Urmia Brigade [also rendered in text as Urumiyah Brigade], including details of pay and trainingLists of sick and wounded soldiersTurkish [Ottoman] forces: locations; movements; estimated strengths; commanders; evacuations from Persia; and distributions for week ending 22 October (ff 181-183) and week ending 29 October (ff 271-274)Shipping statementsMatters relating to the North Persian ForceIntelligence regarding German attitudes to proposed peace terms, as well as the movements of German officers and detachmentsData on supplies used by Force D, collected with a view to reducing demand on IndiaDiscussions about proposed peace and armistice termsPlans relating to demobilisation and administration in Mesopotamia, including development and management of: cultivation and agriculture; banking facilities; post offices; judicial matters; post-war garrisons; Basrah [Basra] port; and commercial policiesCurrency provision in PersiaRoyal Air Force reportsOperation reports from General Officer Commanding, Force D, on: Taq [also rendered in text as Tauq]; South Persia; advances up the Tigris; Turkish forces on Jebel Hamrin [Jabal Hamrin]; raids on Turkish communications on the Shergat-Mosul road [Ash Sharqat-Mosul]; and the British capture of Kerkouk [Kirkuk]Reinforcements and labour requirements for Force DResponses to points raised by the Mesopotamia Commission reportMatters relating to the Dunsterforce, including relations with Colonel Lazar Bicharakov [Bicherakov, also rendered in text as Bicharakoff]Kasvin [Qazvin] MissionBritish occupations of Ahram and Tazah Khurmatlu [Tazah Khurmatu]Discussions about the remits of and relationship between the Civil Commissioner, Baghdad, and the General Officer Commanding, Force DSupplies provided by the Red CrossProposals to create an independent ‘Armenian State Khurdish Confederate’ free from Turkish influenceDiscussions of policy regarding ‘outlaw’ Khans [Khāns] of the Bushire hinterlandAllegations against ‘Anglo-Indian troops’ in Turkestan [historic region in Central Asia, also rendered in text as Turkistan] and subsequent action of the Turkestan UnionInstructions provided to Lieutenant-Colonel Molesworth, Assistant Director-General of Military Works, in his role as Liaison Officer between Army Headquarters, India, and the forces in Persia and Mesopotamia (ff 190-192).The volume also contains:Distribution of troops on 21 September (ff 8-30), 5 October (ff 259-267), and 28 September (ff 287-297)Statements showing strength of the different contingents serving with Force D as of 21 September (ff 95-98) and 7 September (ff 98-112)Monthly distribution report of motor vehicles in service with Force D on 1 September (ff 113-134)Appreciations [reports] from the Directorate of Military Operations summarising the situation in Mesopotamia, Persia, and Turkestan on 20 October (ff 135-138) and 27 October (ff 235-237)‘Detailed statement of ration strength of Mesopotamian Expeditionary Force on 14th September 1918’ (ff 151-157)Appreciation on the situation in Trans-Caspia by Frederic Thesiger, Viceroy (ff 207-208)‘Report by the Financial Adviser on the Persian Currency question’ (ff 219-221).Whilst the volume contains copies of earlier material dating from March 1918 onwards, the bulk of the material dates from October 1918.Physical description: Foliation: the foliation sequence (used for referencing) commences at the first folio with 1 and terminates at the last folio with 315; these numbers are printed, and are located in the bottom centre of the recto side of each folio. The foliation sequence does not include the front and back covers, nor does it include the leading and ending flyleaves.Dimensions: 21 x 33cm
Abstract: The volume contains a chronological list of brief summaries of papers relating to the activities of the Indian Expeditionary Force D (also known as the Mesopotamia Expeditionary Force) between 1 and 15 October 1918. This is accompanied by appendices containing copies and extracts of these papers, which include: telegrams, tables, and letters, containing instructions and reports.An index to the contents of this volume can be found at folios 3-7. The volume mostly relates to:Ration and ammunition supplies for Force DTurkish [Ottoman] forces: movements; intelligence from deserters and intelligence agents; possible advance on Teheran [Tehran]; possible conclusion of peace; changes in command; reported massacre of Armenians at Baku; possible plans to form a ‘Mahommedan [Islamic] state’ in Caucasus regionDiscussions about armistices and possible conclusions of peace with TurkeyContent of a protocol signed by Germany and TurkeyIntentions of the Azarbaijan [Azerbaijan] GovernmentProposals and reports concerning Georgia, as well as the wider Caspian and Caucasus regionsRailway and port traffic reportsLenkoran MissionLack of shipping facilities at Abaden [Abadan]Reports on the situation in Persia [Iran] by the General Officer Commanding, Force D, and the Special Commissioner, TeheranOperations along the TigrisMatters relating to the port at Basrah [Basra]Proposals for a Musketry school at BaghdadMatters relating to the DunsterforceDiscussions about propaganda in Mesopotamia, as well as Persia and the Persian GulfDiscussions about the administration of MesopotamiaRailways construction progressReturns of personnel strength across numerous departmentsConcerns regarding Colonel Lazar Bicharakov [Bicherakov, also rendered in text as Bicharakoff]Suggestions and reports made by the Political Resident in the Persian Gulf on numerous matters, including: the Jewish community in Mesopotamia; Mr Roux, French Consul at Basrah; and a proposed Commercial MissionIntelligence provided by Harry St John Philby regarding: the arms traffic from the Hedjaz [Al-Hijaz]; relations with Ibn Saud [‘Abd al-‘Azīz bin ‘Abd al-Raḥmān Āl Sa’ūd] and Ibn Rashid [Saʿūd bin ʿAbd al-ʿAzīz Āl Rashīd, Emir of Ha‘il]; and a recent attack on KhormaUpdates from the Mianeh areaLists of sick and wounded soldiersInformation regarding German troops at Elezabotopol [Elisabethpol, former governorate under the Russian Empire].Whilst the volume contains copies of earlier material dating from April 1918 onwards, the bulk of the material dates from October 1918.Physical description: The foliation sequence commences at the front cover with 1 and terminates at the inside back cover with 102; these numbers are written in pencil, are circled, and are located in the top right corner of the recto side of each folio. An additional foliation sequence is also present in parallel between ff 3-100; these numbers are printed and are located in the bottom centre of the recto side of each folio.Dimensions: 21 x 33cm
Abstract: The volume contains a chronological list of brief summaries of papers relating to the activities of the Indian Expeditionary Force D (also known as the Mesopotamia Expeditionary Force) between 1 and 15 November 1918. This is accompanied by appendices containing copies and extracts of these papers, which include: telegrams, tables, memoranda, and letters.An index to the contents of this volume can be found at folios 1-12. The volume concerns:Supply of food, construction materials, ordnance, and other items to Force DPersonnel requirements of Force DEquipment of reinforcements for Force DRailway construction in MesopotamiaEstablishment of banks and other financial facilities in MesopotamiaBritish attack on Turkish [Ottoman] positions at Fatha [Al Fathah] on 24 October 1918, and surrender of Turkish forces on 30 October 1918British occupation of Gayyara [Qayyarah]Railway and river traffic in MesopotamiaBritish occupation of the city of MosulNegotiation of Turkish withdrawal from the vilayet of MosulThe Armistice of MudrosAgricultural experiments in MesopotamiaPrisoner of war captures, exchanges, and repatriationsPreparations for the demobilisation of Force D, including: the transfer of troops and materiel to the Western Front; transfer of control of transport, communications, and other infrastructure in Mesopotamia to civilian authorities; and disposal of animals used by Force DBritish relations with the Government of Askabad [Ashgabat, Turkmenistan]British and French support for White Russian forcesCapture of Petrovsk [Makhachkala] by Turkish forces and the withdrawal of General Lazar Bicharakov’s White Russian forces from Petrovsk to Enzeli [Bandar-e Anzali]Negotiation of Turkish withdrawal from BakuPreparations for British occupation of BakuIntelligence concerning German political and military activities in the Caucasus, including: German support for an independent Georgia; and the withdrawal of German troops from the Caucasus to UkraineBritish naval policy in the Caspian SeaAppeal from Sheikh Mahmud [Shaikh Maḥmūd Barzanjī] for British support for an independent KurdistanArrangements for the creation and distribution of propaganda in territory occupied by British forces.The volume also contains:Distribution and composition of Force D, including details of: lines of communication; general organisation; and names of General Officers and Brigade Commanders (ff 13-34, 228-236)Strength return of Force D on 31 August 1918 (ff 68-81), 14 September 1918 (ff 249-262) 28 September 1918 (ff 42-44), 5 October 1918 (ff 237-238), 12 October 1918 (ff 239-240)Ammunition return of Force D on 18 October 1918 (f 220), 22 October 1918 (ff 44-45)State of supplies on 27 October 1918 (ff 82-83), 31 October 1918 (ff 127-128), 7 November 1918 (ff 205-206)Report of aircraft available for service in Mesopotamia, 31 October 1918 (f 84), 7 November 1918 (ff 173-174)Weekly return of sick and wounded dated 5 October 1918 (ff 137-139)Ration strength of Force D on 21 September 1918 (ff 213-219), 28 September 1918 (ff 243-249), 5 October 1918 (ff 148-152)Statement showing War Establishment for farms in Mesopotamia, dated 9 November 1918 (ff 200-202)Statement of Animal Transport in Tigris and Euphrates fronts, 29 September 1918 (ff 264-269).Physical description: Foliation: the foliation sequence (used for referencing) commences at the first folio with 1 and terminates at the last folio with 273; these numbers are printed, and are located in the bottom centre of the recto side of each folio. The foliation sequence does not include the front and back covers, nor does it include the leading and ending flyleaves.Dimensions: 21 x 33cm
Abstract: The volume contains a chronological list of brief summaries of papers relating to the activities of the Indian Expeditionary Force D (also known as the Mesopotamia Expeditionary Force) between 16 and 30 November 1918. This is accompanied by appendices containing copies and extracts of these papers, which include: telegrams, letters, memoranda, and tables.An index to the contents of this volume can be found at the start of IOR/L/MIL/17/5/3311. The volume concerns:Military personnel issues, including: recruitment, reinforcements, and the transfer of officersSupply of food, equipment, ordnance, construction materials and other items to Force DPreparations for the demobilisation of Force DDemobilisation of the Turkish [Ottoman] ArmyPrisoner of war exchangesRailway, river, and port traffic in Mesopotamia [Iraq]The British occupation of the Mosul VilayetConstruction of railways in MesopotamiaPost-war economic and political conditions in MesopotamiaThe creation of new governments in Mesopotamia, Syria, and PalestineDiscussion of the Anglo-French Declaration and its significance for MesopotamiaProposal for the creation of a British-administered ‘Kurdish State’ centred on Sulaimaniyah [Sulaymaniyah]Transfer of Mesopotamian public debts, archives, and other state assets from the Turkish to the British administrationOfficial examination of the 49th Bengal InfantryBritish occupation of Baku and Batum [Batumi]British policy in the Caucasus, including: the British intention to ‘police’ the region between the Caspian Sea and the Black Sea; proposed disarming of ‘the 6 ½ million inhabitants of Trans-Caucasia’; and the proposed British recognition of autonomous governments in Georgia, Armenia, and AzerbaijanBritish military support for White Russian and other anti-Bolshevik forcesIntelligence concerning German troop numbers and movements in the Caucasus and AnatoliaIntelligence concerning Turkish troop numbers and movements in the Caucasus and AnatoliaPolitical events in Constantinople [Istanbul]Supply issues for British units in Persia [Iran]Request from the Shah of Persia that Persia be represented at future peace negotiations.The volume also contains:Distribution and composition of Force D, including details of lines of communication and general organisation (ff 56-64)Report of pilots and aircraft available for service in Mesopotamia, 14 November 1918 (f 3), 21 November 1918 (f 120)Ration strength of Force D on 5 October 1918 (ff 92-96), 12 October 1918 (ff 18-22, 175-179), 19 October 1918 (ff 117-120), 26 October 1918 (ff 72-74)Strength return of Force D on 21 September 1918 (ff 22-34), 28 September 1918 (ff 198-210), 19 October 1918 (ff 90-92), 26 October 1918 (ff 261-262)Ammunition return of Force D on 5 October 1918 (ff 210-221), 25 October 1918 (f 39), 29 October 1918 (ff 84-85), 5 November 1918 (f 85), 12 November 1918 (f 99), 19 November 1918 (f 264)Weekly return of sick and wounded dated 12 October 1918 (ff 76-77), 19 October 1918 (ff 169-170)State of supplies on 7 November 1918 (ff 110-111), 20 November 1918 (ff 262-263)Distribution Report showing number and condition of motor vehicles with Force D, 1 October 1918 (ff 223-244).Physical description: Foliation: the foliation sequence (used for referencing) commences at the first folio with 1 and terminates at the last folio with 273; these numbers are printed, and are located in the bottom centre of the recto side of each folio. The foliation sequence does not include the front and back covers, nor does it include the leading and ending flyleaves.Dimensions: 21 x 33cm
Abstract: The volume contains a chronological list of brief summaries of papers relating to the activities of the Indian Expeditionary Force D (also known as the Mesopotamia Expeditionary Force) between 16 and 31 December 1918. This is accompanied by appendices containing copies and extracts of these papers, which include: letters, telegrams, notes, reports, tables, and memoranda.An index to the contents of this volume can be found at IOR/L/MIL/17/5/3313. The volume concerns:An appreciation [report] and intelligence summary from the Directorate of Military Operations dated 22 December 1918 (ff 145-146)The demobilisation of Turkish [Ottoman] forcesRepatriation of prisoners of warA request by a Tartar leader to submit a request to the Peace Conference that Azerbaijan might be placed under British protectionAn application by the leader of the Assyrian Community at Bakuba [Baqubah] to send a representative to the Peace ConferenceThe progress of demobilisation in the 6th Turkish [Ottoman] ArmyThe progress of demobilisation and shipment of troops to EnglandDemobilisation of horsesRelease of certain Arab prisoners at Jezirat Ibnomar [Cizre]The future of the Government of IraqPolicy of maintaining Fao [Al-Faw] defencesThe violation of the armistice terms by the Turks as reported by the Ukrainian Consul in Trans-CaucasusProposal for the organization of intelligence in the Caucasus and details of the spheres of influence decided onInformation concerned with alleged brutal treatment of Indian Prisoners of War at the hands of the TurksHanding over Army flour mills to a civil firmThe delimitation of the Iraq Frontier and candidates for the Emirate of IraqRailway progress reportExpenditure at BakuDespatch of officers for Knox’s MissionReports on Malleson’s MissionDetails of fighting between the Armenians and the GeorgiansThe validity of Bicharakov’s mandate to take command of all Russian troops in the CaucasusCivil administration of MesopotamiaEvents in Dair-ez-Zar [Deir ez-Zor] and Abulkamal [Albu Kamal].The following tables appear:Strength returns of Force D on 28 September 1918 (ff 4-28), 12 October 1918 (ff 52-66), 26 October 1918 (ff 79-92), 16 November 1918 (ff 93-95)Ration strength of Force D on 16 November 1918 (ff 29-32, 168-173), 2 November 1918 (ff 45-52), 26 October 1918 (ff 96-102), 30 November 1918 (ff 164-167), 7 December 1918 (ff 204-208)Weekly return of the sick and wounded on 16 November 1918 (ff 72-73).Physical description: Foliation: the foliation sequence (used for referencing) commences at the first folio with 1 and terminates at the last folio with 218; these numbers are printed, and are located in the bottom centre of the recto side of each folio.The foliation sequence does not include the front and back covers, nor does it include the leading and ending flyleaves.Dimensions: 21 x 33cm
Abstract: The volume contains a chronological list of brief summaries of papers relating to the activities of the Indian Expeditionary Force D (also known as the Mesopotamia Expeditionary Force) between 1 and 15 January 1919. This is accompanied by appendices containing copies and extracts of these papers, which include: telegrams, memoranda, tables, and letters, containing instructions and reports.An index to the contents of this volume can be found at folios 3-21. The volume mostly relates to:Personnel strengths across multiple departments and unitsMatters relating to demobilisation, including: release of officers; repatriation of troops; administrative procedures; abolition of units and bureaucratic procedures; arrangements for interim personnel; comments on demobilisation orders; potential relaxation of censorship; and the sale of surplus animals, vehicles and materialsArrangements for the civil administration of Mesopotamia, including transfer of departments and personnel from military to civil controlMatters relating to oil fieldsProcedure for recommending British officers of the Indian Army for the Staff CollegeProposals to increase the Agricultural DirectorateDetails regarding road and railways construction in Mesopotamia and Persia [Iran]Details of traffic and tonnage [amounts of cargo] transported on railways and shipsStatus of rations and suppliesMatters relating to Persia, especially financial issues and leviesReports from Baku and Krasnovodsk [Turkmenbasy], especially regarding updates on the Georgians, Armenians and AzerbaijanMinor discussions about events and policy in the Caspian and Caucasus regions, as well as southern KurdistanArrangements for the post-war garrison in Mesopotamia, particularly the ratios of British and Indian troopsLists of sick and wounded soldiersIntelligence regarding German commanders and political officersMatters relating to staff, including: creation of posts; leave; and numbers requiredRepatriation of non-Turkish [non-Ottoman] prisoners of war and of Assyrians and ArmeniansMatters relating to the exchange and transport of personnel and supplies between Mesopotamia, India, Egypt, and PersiaMinor details of a Court of Enquiry held at Kasvin [Qazvin] into the mismanagement of government fundsIntelligence regarding Turkish demobilisationPort Directorate requirements.The volume also contains:Detailed statements of ration strength of Mesopotamian Expeditionary Force on 9 November 1918 (ff 52-59) and 23 November 1918 (ff 77-84)Statement of Animal Transport [types of animals and the vehicles they convey] for Force D for October 1918 (ff 60-65)Appreciations [reports] from the Directorate of Military Operations summarising the situation in Mesopotamia, Persia, and Turkestan [historic region in Central Asia] on 6 January (ff 90-91) and on 13 January (ff 184-185)Statements showing strength of the different contingents serving with Force D as of 2 November 1918 (ff 96-108) and 23 November 1918 (ff 131-133)Distribution of Force D on 7 December 1918 (ff 109-120), including corrections for the distribution as of 7 December and 14 December 1918Statement showing strength of British and Indian Personnel in Force D on 7 December 1918 (f 197)Field return for Force D showing number of personnel, animals, weapons, and transport vehicles on 2 November 1918 (ff 206-228).Whilst the volume contains copies of earlier material dating from September 1918 onwards, the bulk of the material dates from January 1919.Physical description: The foliation sequence commences at the front cover with 1 and terminates at the inside back cover with 230; these numbers are written in pencil, are circled, and are located in the top right corner of the recto side of each folio. An additional foliation sequence is also present in parallel between ff 3-228; these numbers are printed and are located in the bottom centre of the recto side of each folio.Dimensions: 21 x 33cm
Abstract: The volume contains a chronological list of brief summaries of papers relating to the activities of the Indian Expeditionary Force D (also known as the Mesopotamia Expeditionary Force) between 16 and 31 January 1919. This is accompanied by appendices containing copies and extracts of these papers, which include: telegrams, memoranda, tables, and letters, containing instructions and reports.An index to the contents of this volume can be found at IOR/L/MIL/17/5/3315. The volume mostly relates to:Sick and wounded soldiersStaff issues including appointments, leave, pay, and transportArrangements for the Civil Administration in Mesopotamia, including: transfer of departments from military control; recruitment of civil servants; and development of trade and bankingMatters relating to demobilisation, including: abolition of certain units; movement of troops out of Mesopotamia; disposal of surplus equipment and supplies; arrangements for soldiers wishing to continue service; modifications to vehicles and weapons used by Force D; and supplementary instructions for inclusion in the Demobilisation Orders, India (ff 208-210)Arrangements for a post-war garrison in MesopotamiaMatters relating to the construction of railways and roadsDemand for personnel across multiple departmentsMatters relating to intelligence from wireless systemsDiscussions about the command of troops in north-western Persia [Iran] and the Caucasus regionPrisoners of warDiscussions about the role of the Political Resident in the Persian Gulf [also referred to as the Political Resident, Baghdad] concerning affairs in southern PersiaDetails of animals currently used by Force DMinor details relating to the peace conference [Paris Peace Conference, 1919-1920]Intelligence regarding plans to establish committees to unite Moslem [Muslim] elements throughout the ‘Arab Provinces’ of the Turkish [Ottoman] EmpireProposals concerning grass and dairy farms in MesopotamiaDiscussions about the future of the Survey service in Mesopotamia in post-war conditionsRequests to submit nominations for the Staff College at QuettaIntelligence on the political activity of the ‘Young Turk’ partyPlans for ejecting the Ottoman Government from Constantinople [Istanbul]Matters relating to published telegrams and propagandaIntelligence regarding Kurdistan.The volume also contains:Monthly distribution report of motor vehicles in service with Force D on 1 November 1918 (ff 40-62)Monthly wastage [loss or destruction of animals] return for month ending 27 October 1918 (ff 63-66)Appreciations [reports] from the Directorate of Military Operations summarising the situation in Mesopotamia, Persia, and Turkestan [historic region in Central Asia, also rendered in text as Turkistan] on 20 January (ff 72-74) and 27 January (f 189)Statements showing strength of the different contingents serving with Force D as of 9 November 1918 (ff 78-88) and on 16 November 1918 (ff 99-110)Detailed statements of ration strength of Mesopotamian Expeditionary Force on 30 November 1918 (ff 89-96), 7 December 1918 (ff 151-155), and 14 December 1918 (ff 196-201)'Weekly statement of river craft for Indian Expeditionary Force D', dated 23 January (ff 135-148)Statement of Animal Transport [types of animals and the vehicles they convey] for Force D for 24 November 1918 (ff 219-225)Monthly wastage [loss or destruction of animals] return for month ending 24 November 1918 (ff 226-229).Whilst the volume contains copies of earlier material dating from October 1918 onwards, the bulk of the material dates from January 1919.Physical description: Foliation: the foliation sequence (used for referencing) commences at the first folio with 1 and terminates at the last folio with 243; these numbers are printed, and are located in the bottom centre of the recto side of each folio. The foliation sequence does not include the front and back covers, nor does it include the leading and ending flyleaves.Dimensions: 21 x 33cm
Abstract: The volume contains a chronological list of brief summaries of papers relating to the activities of the Indian Expeditionary Force D (also known as the Mesopotamia Expeditionary Force) between 1 and 15 February 1919. This is accompanied by appendices containing copies and extracts of these papers, which include: telegrams, memoranda, and tables.An index to the contents of this volume can be found at folios 1-9. The volume concerns:Military personnel issues, including: equipment; the transfer and retirement of officers; nominations for Staff College; granting of leave; and demobilisation of troopsSupply of food, construction materials, and other items to Force DReductions of planned supply shipments to Force DProposal for a new kind of emergency ration for Indian troopsPreparation for demobilisation of Force D, including: disposal of animals used by Force D; withdrawal orders for specific units; and disposal of surplus ammunitionProvision of ships to carry troops from Mesopotamia to the United KingdomProposed expansion of the jurisdiction of the Political Resident in the Persian GulfProposed changes to the Army Chaplains’ DepartmentEmployment of ‘Imported’ labourers in Mesopotamia and the growth of ‘Considerable local prejudice’ against these workersThe post-war occupation and government of MesopotamiaBritish assessments of Mesopotamian public opinionConstruction of railways in MesopotamiaVaccination of animals shipped to MesopotamiaArrest of thirteen Turkish [Ottoman] ‘ringleaders in recent political intrigue’ by British forces in BaghdadTurkish military presence at Joziret Ibn Omar [Cizre]British use of petroleum wells at Zakhd [Zakho]British arming of ‘Turcomans’ to fight the Bolsheviks on behalf of the Transcaspian GovernmentIntelligence suggesting the presence of the former Ottoman leader Enver Pasha [Enver Pāshā] in the CaucasusBritish military actions in Persia [Iran] including: occupation of key roads; maintenance of roads; and discussion of a ‘most virulent form of malaria’ affecting British troops in North Persia.The volume also contains:Distribution and composition of Force D, including details of lines of communication, general organisation, and corrections (ff 63-73)State of supplies on 27 January 1919 (f 25), 31 January 1919 (ff 162-163), 7 February 1919 (f 168)Distribution Report showing number and condition of motor vehicles with Force D, 1 December 1918 (ff 27-42)Ration strength of Force D on 21 December 1918 (ff 124-130), 28 December 1918 (ff 130-136), 4 January 1919 (ff 182-187), 11 January 1919 (ff 75-78), 18 January 1918 (ff 149-152)Strength return of Force D on 23 November 1918 (ff 79-90)Weekly return of sick and wounded dated 4 January 1919 (ff 99-100), 11 January (ff 188-189)Ammunition return of Force D on 2 January 1918 (ff 110-111)Programme for February despatch of British troops from Mesopotamia and India (f 112).Physical description: Foliation: the foliation sequence (used for referencing) commences at the first folio with 1 and terminates at the last folio with 192; these numbers are printed, and are located in the bottom centre of the recto side of each folio. The foliation sequence does not include the front and back covers, nor does it include the leading and ending flyleaves.Dimensions: 21 x 33cm
Abstract: The volume contains a chronological list of brief summaries of papers relating to the activities of the Indian Expeditionary Force D (also known as the Mesopotamia Expeditionary Force) between 16 and 28 February 1919. This is accompanied by appendices containing copies and extracts of these papers, which include: telegrams, memoranda, tables, and letters.An index to the contents of this volume can be found at the start of IOR/L/MIL/17/5/3317. The volume concerns:Military personnel issues, including the granting of leave, promotions, nominations for Staff Officer positions, and conditions for garrison unitsSupply of food, artillery, construction materials, and other items to Force DReductions of planned supply shipments to Force DMatters relating to the demobilisation of Force D, including: shipment of troops from Mesopotamia to India and the United Kingdom; provision of civilian clothing for demobilised troops; and the disposal of surplus stores and motor vehiclesRepatriation of non-Turkish prisoners of warNomination of Indian officers for honorary ranks in the British Indian ArmyDiscussion of conflict between Bin Saud [‘Abd al-‘Azīz bin ‘Abd al-Raḥmān Āl Sa‘ūd] and King Hussein [Al-Ḥusayn bin ‘Alī al-Hāshimī]Discussion of coordination of British policy in Mesopotamia, South Persia [Iran] and Maskat [Muscat]Arrangements for financing the army of occupation in post-war MesopotamiaDiscussion of future political system of Mesopotamia, including need to ‘prevent Arab nationalism from being drawn into opposition to British control’Construction of railways in MesopotamiaBritish assessments of Mesopotamian public opinionAppointment of a Commercial Secretary in MesopotamiaTesting and disposal of malfunctioning ammunitionReports of ‘dissatisfaction’ among soldiers in Force D regarding pace of demobilisationWithdrawal of British forces from Trans-Caspia [Turkmenistan] to Meshed [Mashhad]British occupation of Krasnovodsk [Turkmenbashi]Arming of ‘friendly Turcomans’ in Trans-CaspiaDispatch of naval vessels from India for service in northern RussiaConstruction and maintenance of roads in PersiaSupplying of captured Turkish [Ottoman] ordnance to the Persian GovernmentTensions between the Persian Government and the Jangali [Jangalī] Movement.The volume also contains:Strength return of Force D on 11 January 1919 (f 23)Ration strength of Force D on 11 January 1919 (ff 109-114), 25 January 1919 (ff 32-35), February 1 1919 (ff 106-109)Programme for March despatch of British troops from Mesopotamia (f 48)Distribution and composition of Force D, including details of lines of communication, general organisation, and post-war garrison units (ff 53-62)State of supplies on 17 February 1919 (ff 64-65)Firing test results and summary for 18-pounder shrapnel ammunition (ff 90-97)Weekly return of sick and wounded dated 18 January 1919 (ff 98-99).Physical description: Foliation: the foliation sequence (used for referencing) commences at the first folio with 1 and terminates at the last folio with 121; these numbers are printed, and are located in the bottom centre of the recto side of each folio. The foliation sequence does not include the front and back covers, nor does it include the leading and ending flyleaves.Dimensions: 21 x 33cm