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1. ‘WAR DIARY. ARMY HEADQUARTERS, INDIA. […] I.E.F. “D”. Volume 47. PART I. (From 1st to 15th June 1918).’
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- 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 June 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 3-29. The volume concerns:Appreciations [reports] and intelligence summaries from the Directorate of Military Operations dated 3 June 1918 (ff 65-67), 10 June 1918 (ff 237-238)Supplies, particularly of tinned fruit, tents, and railway equipmentReports from the Royal Flying Corps of machines in service and pilots availableThe movements and aims of DunsterforceCrop forecasts and machinery requirements for the harvest in MesopotamiaMovement of ships and loads transportedLists of officers sailing from England for Basrah [Basra] and IndiaMovements of the Turkish [Ottoman] ArmyReports on health and sanitary conditions, including bilharzia and beriberiProgress of railway communicationsPersonnel requirements and reinforcementsCensorship of lettersThe Ottoman BankMovements and composition of labour corpsInformation about the situation in Baku and Tflis [Tbilisi]A monthly report on dairies dated 8 May 1918 (ff 147-152)A report by Major-General Sir Francis Edward Freeland entitled ‘On the Working and Future Development of the Port of Basra and of the River and Railway Communications in Mesopotamia, April 1918’ (ff 284-323).The following tables appear:Strength return and summaries of Force D on 4 May 1918 (ff 36-38), 20 April 1918 (ff 78-90), 11 May 1918 (ff 166-168), 27 April 1918 (ff 188-203)Weekly return of the sick and wounded on 4 May 1918 (ff 48-49), 11 May 1918 (ff 153-154), 12 May 1918 (ff 258-259)State of supplies on 27 May 1918 (ff 55-57), 31 May 1918 (ff 176-177), 7 June 1918 (ff 272-273)Ration strength of Force D on 11 May 1918 (ff 70-73), 4 May 1918 (ff 181-187), 18 May 1918 (ff 260-263)Distribution of the Turkish Army on 4 June 1918 (ff 95-105), 11 June 1918 (ff 246-255)Distribution of Force D on 11 May 1918 (ff 116-135), 25 May 1918 (ff 223-232)Statement of animal transport and vehicles on 1 May 1918 (ff 217-222).Physical description: The foliation sequence commences at the front cover with 1 and terminates at the inside back cover with 345; 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 3-343; these numbers are printed and are located in the bottom centre of the recto side of each folio.Dimensions: 21 x 33cm
2. ‘WAR DIARY. ARMY HEADQUARTERS, INDIA. […] I.E.F. “D”. Volume 50. PART II. (From 16th to 30th September 1918).’
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- 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 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 IOR/L/MIL/17/5/3307. The volume concerns:Appreciations [reports] and intelligence summaries from the Directorate of Military Operations dated 16 September 1918 (ff 23-25), 23 September 1918 (ff 166-168), 30 September 1918 (ff 313-315)Supplies, particularly of oil fuel, cheese, and mattingReports from the Royal Flying Corps of machines in service and pilots availableMovement of ships and loads transportedProvision of Persian [Iranian] krans [qirans]Dunsterforce’s withdrawal from Baku, the fall of Baku, and the evacuation of the wounded to Krasnovodsk [Türkmenbaşy]Supply of British war propaganda filmsControl of the Caspian SeaThe situation in north-west PersiaThe future administration of Mesopotamia, including oil concessions, railways, and water transportThe capture of Bolshevic [Bolshevik] leaders at KrasnovodskThe garrison at KrasnovodskMovement of Turkish [Ottoman] troopsAppointment of officersLocation and condition of some members of the Russian Royal FamilyA peace conference to be held at BerlinA discussion concerning fixing the price of datesThe question of erecting a monument to Indian soldiersA description of the visit of the Bishop of Lahore to the Church of England Chaplains and Troops in Force D (ff 204-205).The following tables appear:Strength and field returns and summaries of Force D on 3 August 1918 (ff 4-15), 10 August 1918 (ff 84-94), 24 August 1918 (ff 174-175), 3 August 1918 (ff 239-252), 17 August 1918 (ff 253-261)Distribution of the Turkish Army on 17 September 1918 (ff 43-52), 24 September 1918 (ff 180-189)Ration strength of Force D on 17 August 1918 (ff 62-65), 31 August 1918 (ff 176-178)Weekly return of the sick and wounded on 31 August 1918 (f 71), 7 September 1918 (f 231), 14 September 1918 (f 288)State of supplies on 17 September 1918 (ff 139-140), 10 September 1918 (ff 163-164), 20 September 1918 (ff 276-277)Distribution of Force D on 24 August 1918 (ff 151-161), 31 August 1918 (ff 295-307)Statement of transport with Force D on 1 August 1918 (ff 217-220).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
3. ‘WAR DIARY. ARMY HEADQUARTERS, INDIA. […] FORCE “D”. Volume 49. Part I. (From 1st to 15th August 1918.)’
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- 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 August 1918. This is accompanied by appendices containing copies and extracts of these papers, which include letters, memoranda, telegrams, and appreciations [reports] from the Directorate of Military Operations.An index to the contents of this volume can be found at folios 3-30. The volume concerns:The situation in Mesopotamia, including:The administration of the areas occupied by Force D, including the formation of an Agricultural DirectorateRailway construction in Mesopotamia and Persia [Iran]The recruitment and organisation of new personnel for Force D.The situation in Persia and the Caucasus, including:The progress of Dunsterforce and of General Wilfrid Malleson’s missionIntelligence concerning Turkish [Ottoman] and German activitiesEfforts to gain local support in Persia, particularly among the Bakhtiari [Bakhtiyārī] tribe for assistance in the defence of the oil fieldsThe situations at Baku and Krasnovodsk [Türkmenbaşy]Discussions concerning support for the Trans-Caspian GovernmentSupport for the Assyrian and Armenian populations.The volume also includes:The distribution of Force D (ff 31-38), including lines of communication (ff 39-48), and a list of officers and commanders (ff 49-50)The distribution of troops and lines of communication for Force D on 13 July (ff 260-269) and 20 July (ff 250-259)Statement showing the strengths of the contingents with Force D on 22 June (ff 56-68) and 29 June (ff 201-213)Strength returns of Force D on 6 July (ff 88-90) and 13 July (ff 311-313)Ammunition and gun returns (f 69, ff 177-178, f 219, f 226, ff 319-320)The distribution of the Turkish Army on 6 August (ff 143-151) and 13 August (ff 297-306)Returns of the sick and wounded for 29 June (ff 157-158) and 13 July (246-247)State of supplies (ff 126-128, 284-286)The ration strength of Force D on 6 July (ff 194-200) and 20 July (ff 313-317)Statements of shipping tonnage discharged (f 53, ff 110-111, ff 130-131, f 159, f 161, f 172, f 214, f 224, f 231, f 249, ff 287-288, f 293, f 326)Return of pilots and machines (f 224)Inland Water Transport personnel strength returns for 3 August (f 173) and 18 August (f 293).The vast majority of material in the volume dates from August 1918, but there is also a small amount of material which dates from June and July 1918.Physical description: Foliation: the foliation sequence commences at the front cover with 1 and terminates at the inside back cover with 339; 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 3-337; these numbers are printed and are located in the bottom centre of the recto side of each folio.Dimensions: 21 x 33cm
4. ‘WAR DIARY. ARMY HEADQUARTERS, INDIA. […] I.E.F. “D”. Volume 42 PART II (From 16th to 31st January 1918)’
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- 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 1918. This is accompanied by appendices containing copies and extracts of these papers, which include: telegrams, letters, tables, and memoranda, containing instructions and reports.The volume mostly relates to:Reinforcements and labour requirements of Force D, including proposed reorganisation of supervising personnel for labour unitsStaff appointments, promotions and trainingSupplies for Force D, including: road transport, rations, coal, weapons, ammunition, animals, and shrapnelLists of sick and wounded soldiersTurkish [Ottoman] forces: movements; intelligence from deserters; status in western Asia Minor; construction of railways; and distribution as of week ending 29 January (ff 192-193)Details of tonnage [amounts of cargo] transported on shipsRailway and port traffic reportsDemand for personnel across multiple departmentsComplaints regarding the ban on exporting datesUpdates from action around Kasri Shirin [Qasr-e Shirin, also rendered in text as Qasri Shirin and Kasrishirin], including intelligence that tribes in the vicinity are friendly towards the Turkish armyDiscussions about persuading Russian forces to defend the border at Persia [Iran] and the possibility of sending a British detachment to helpDetails of the [Major-General Lionel] Dunsterville Mission, including: updates; supply of intelligence and personnel; request that Dunsterville shares copies of reports with the Commander-in-Chief in India; and details of Dunsterville’s remit (ff 77-79)Details of the Transportation Commission led by General Henry Freeland, including: updates; discussions about future peacetime railway policy; and the sharing of information with the Commander-in-Chief in IndiaGerman troops: movements; information on Wireless Formations in Mesopotamia; status at different fronts; composition of troops; intelligence from captured aviators; and changes in commandPlans for cultivation activities in MesopotamiaPlans to build mills in MesopotamiaAffairs in Persia, including concerns about the new cabinet and a proposed agreement between His Majesty’s Government and the Persian GovernmentReports about recent events at Nejef [Najaf]Naval Commander-in-Chief’s desire to take control of wireless stationsPlans to disrupt Turkish forces’ supply and communication linesStatus of Russian forces in PersiaReaction of Percy Cox, Political Resident in the Persian Gulf, to the High Commissioner of Egypt’s concerns over ‘growing uneasiness among Arabs’Tests of Abadan petrolCorrespondence difficulties with the French Agent at Basrah [Basra].The volume also contains:Statement showing strength of the different contingents serving with Force D as of 17 November 1917 (ff 7-16)Monthly distribution report of motor vehicles in service with Force D on 1 November 1917 (ff 27-35)Appreciations [reports] from the Directorate of Military Operations summarising the situation in Mesopotamia and Persia on 20 January (ff 79-80) and 28 January (ff 180-181).Whilst the volume contains copies of earlier material dating from November 1917 onwards, the bulk of the material dates from January 1918.Physical description: The foliation sequence commences at the front cover with 1 and terminates at the inside back cover with 216; 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 3-214; these numbers are printed and are located in the bottom centre of the recto side of each folio.Dimensions: 21 x 33cm
5. ‘WAR DIARY. ARMY HEADQUARTERS, INDIA. […] I.E.F. “D”. Volume 42 PART I (From 1st to 31st January 1918)’
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- 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 1918. This is accompanied by appendices containing copies and extracts of these papers, which include: telegrams, letters, tables, and memoranda, containing instructions and reports.An index to the contents of this volume can be found at folios 3-14 and a synopsis can be found at folio 15. The volume mostly relates to:Reinforcements and labour requirements of Force DStaff recruitments, appointments, and defined responsibilities of certain positionsSupplies for Force D, including: rations, weapons, ammunition, blankets, animals, and vansLists of sick and wounded soldiersInformation about prisoners of warTurkish [Ottoman] forces: information about deserters; information supplied by deserters; and distributions for week ending 1 January (f 35), weekend ending 8 January (ff 129-131), and week ending 15 January (ff 224-225)Details of tonnage [amounts of cargo] transported on shipsPetrol supply at AbadanRailway and port traffic reportsInformation regarding the Russian-Turkish [Ottoman] armisticeAffairs in Persia [Iran], including: status of Russian troops at Kermanshah; British goal of preventing Turkish and German legations reaching Teheran [Tehran]; desire of Anglo-Persian Oil Company to acquire land on Abadan island; and discussions regarding the proposed despatch of British detachment into north-western PersiaStatus and remit of the Transportation Commission to Mesopotamia, headed by General Henry Francis Edward Freeland, and its relationship to the War Office MissionRailways construction progress, as well as materials required and transported for railway constructionGerman forces: status in Palestine; intelligence on reconnaissance airplanes; and information about commandersProposals regarding work on surveys and hydraulic systems in MesopotamiaDemand for personnel across multiple departmentsDiscussions about sharing intelligence and personnel with the Dunsterville MissionProposed propaganda approach for the Caucasus regionDifficulties with the transportation of suppliesStatus of Russian troops in the Caucasus regionStatus of British and Russian forces near the Dialha [Diyala, river]Shortages of tin metal.The volume also contains:Distribution of Force D, including details of: Tigris and Euphrates defences and Lines of Communication units; and names of General Officers and Brigade Commanders (ff 16-29)Appreciations [reports] from the Directorate of Military Operations summarising the situation in Mesopotamia and Persia on 6 January (ff 102-103) and 13 January (ff 187-188)Distribution of troops on 9 December 1917 (ff 149-154)Statement showing strength of the different contingents serving with Force D as of 10 November 1917 (ff 205-217).Whilst the volume contains copies of earlier material dating from November 1917 onwards, the bulk of the material dates from January 1918.Physical description: The foliation sequence commences at the front cover with 1 and terminates at the inside back cover with 227; 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 3-225; these numbers are printed and are located in the bottom centre of the recto side of each folio.Dimensions: 21 x 33cm
6. ‘WAR DIARY. ARMY HEADQUARTERS, INDIA. […] I.E.F. “D”. Volume 43. PART II. (From 15th to 28th February 1918.)’
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- 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 15 and 28 February 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 the start of IOR/L/MIL/17/5/3293. The volume concerns:Military personnel issues, including: recruitment, reinforcements, and promotionsThe supply of food, construction materials, oil, ordnance, and other items to Force DShortages of copper, brass, and iron in IndiaRiver and road traffic in MesopotamiaEvacuation of sick and wounded Force D soldiersAttitudes of the residents of Basrah [Basra] to British occupationApproval of a scheme to dredge Lake HammarBritish aerial bombardment of enemy camps near HitArrest of Sulaiman Mirza [Sulaymān Mīrzā] by British troops near Khanikin [Khanaqin]Movement of Turkish [Ottoman], Austrian, and German military unitsConversion of Mesopotamian river fleet and railways to use oil instead of coalProposal for Force D to adopt a ‘purely defensive role’ in Mesopotamia and support the British offensive in PalestineConstruction of telegraph lines and railways in Mesopotamia and Persia [Iran]Location and number of prisoners of war captured by the Russian ArmyMatters relating to Dunsterforce, including: departure of officers, soldiers, and motor vehicles from Baghdad to join Dunsterforce; retreat of Dunsterforce to Hamadan due to Bolshevik and Jangali [Jangalī] opposition; and proposals for British military action against the Jangali forces in GilanProposed occupation of key roads in Persia by British troopsNegotiations between British representatives and the Persian GovernmentEfforts by the British to ‘secure co-operation between Kurds and Armenians’ in PersiaReports of ‘disorders and small massacres’ between Muslims and Armenians in the Caucasus, and Armenian concerns about imminent ‘massacres on a large scale’.The volume also contains:Distribution and composition of Force D, including details of: lines of communication; and general organisation (ff 171-176)Strength return of Force D on 1 December 1917 (ff 136-142), 8 December 1917 (ff 145-151), 15 December 1917 (ff 206-213), 5 January 1918 (ff 6-8), 12 January 1918 (ff 16-18), 19 January 1918 (ff 48-50), 26 January 1918 (ff 155-156)Report of number of pilots, balloon officers, and aircraft available for service in Mesopotamia, 14 February 1918 (f 11), 21 February 1918 (f 97)Returns of sick and wounded dated 2 February 1918 (ff 19-20), 9 February 1918 (ff 83-84)State of supplies on 9 February 1918 (ff 20-22), 16 February 1918 (ff 76-77, 118-119), 23 February 1918 (ff 195-196)Ration strength of Force D, 12 January 1917 (ff 30-36), 19 January 1918 (ff 157-160), 26 January 1918 (ff 36-39), 2 February 1918 (ff 152-154)Distribution of the Turkish Army dated 19 February 1918 (ff 66-68), 26 February 1918 (ff 185-187)Distribution Report showing number and condition of motor vehicles with Force D, January 1 1918 (ff 108-117).Physical description: Foliation: the foliation sequence commences at the front cover with 1 and terminates at the inside back cover with 219; 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 3-217; these numbers are printed and are located in the bottom centre of the recto side of each folio.Dimensions: 21 x 33 cm
7. ‘WAR DIARY. ARMY HEADQUARTERS, INDIA. […] I.E.F. “D”. Volume 43. PART I. (From 1st to 14th November 1917.)’
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- 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 1917. This is accompanied by appendices containing copies and extracts of these papers, which include: Tables, telegrams, memoranda, and letters.An index to the contents of this volume can be found at folios 3-17. The volume concerns:Military personnel issues, including: recruitment, training, and promotionsThe supply of food, ordnance, oil, construction materials, and other items to Force DBritish ‘punitive actions’ against the ‘offending tribes’ of Al Abbas near Samawah [As Samawah] and Albu Jassim [Al Bu Jasim] near Bani Said [Bani Sa‘id]British raiding and aerial bombardment of villages in Mesopotamia, including Shirwan Sakhal [Shakal] and Kelar [Kalar]River traffic in MesopotamiaPreparations for a meeting between Lieutenant-Generals Jan Smuts, Edmund Allenby, and William Marshall in Egypt, to discuss the ongoing war against Turkey [Ottoman Empire]Matters relating to Dunsterforce, including: the selection of officers and NCOs to join Dunsterforce; the dispatch of an Armoured Car Unit; and the movements of Major-General Lionel DunstervilleRailway construction in MesopotamiaArrest of Sullaiman Mirza [Sulaymān Mīrzā] and Isa Mirza [‘Īsá Mīrzā] by British troops near Khanikin [Khanaqin]Intelligence concerning the activities of the Turkish [Ottoman] and German militariesA report on the military readiness of the 49th Bengal InfantryUnreliability of Bolshevik-influenced Russian troops in Persia [Iran]German propaganda campaigns in PersiaA proposal for British officers to take command of the Persian Cossack BrigadeMatters relating to the Caucasus, including: British attempts to create a local military force; British influence on the relationship between Armenians and ‘Tartars’ in the region; and problems caused by the ‘decidedly Bolshevik’ Russian fleet in the Caspian SeaCivil war in Russia.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 18-30)Distribution of the Turkish Army dated 12 February 1918 (ff 208-211)Report of number of pilots, balloon officers, and aircraft available for service in Mesopotamia, 31 January 1918 (f 39), 7 February 1917 (f 141)State of supplies on 26 January 1918 (ff 43-44), 2 February 1918 (f 120, f 142-143), 9 February 1918 (ff 232-233)Strength statements of Force D, 24 November 1917 (ff 48-61), 29 December 1917 (ff 107-108)Ration strength of Force D, 31 January 1918 (ff 72-73), 12 January 1918 (ff 84-86), 29 December 1917 (ff 87-90), 19 January (ff 177-180), 5 January 1918 (ff 195-198)Supply requests for Force D, dated February 1918 (ff 62-63), March 1918 (f 149)Returns of sick and wounded dated 2 February 1918 (f 72), 19 January 1918 (ff 76-77), 26 January 1918 (ff 159-160)Proposed War Establishment for an Indian Infantry Battalion (ff 173-177)Distribution Report showing number and condition of motor vehicles with Force D, 1 December 1917 (ff 218-231).Physical description: Foliation: the foliation sequence commences at the front cover with 1 and terminates at the inside back cover with 248; 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 3-246; these numbers are printed and are located in the bottom centre of the recto side of each folio.Dimensions: 21 x 33cm
8. ‘WAR DIARY. ARMY HEADQUARTERS, INDIA. […] I.E.F. “D”. Volume 44. PART II. (From 16th to 31st March 1918).’
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- 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 March 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 and a summary of the contents can be found at IOR/L/MIL/17/5/3295. The volume concerns:Appreciations [reports] and intelligence summaries from the Directorate of Military Operations dated 17 March 1918 (ff 43-45), 26 March 1918 (ff 174-176), 31 March 1918 (ff 232-233)Supplies, particularly of pig iron, timber, tinplate, and baconReports from the Royal Flying Corps of machines in service and pilots availableInformation concerning Dunsterforce, including composition levies for the force, and providing wireless stationsPlan for the local harvestMovement of ships and loads transportedThe formation of three independent sunjaks [sanjaks]Formation of a new South Persian Rifles brigadeSpheres of responsibility for branches of the intelligence systemDispatch of the 3rd Division to EgyptJangali arrests of Noel (possibly Edward William Charles Noel); Monsieur Hunin, Belgian Customs Officer at Engali [Bandar-e Anzali]; and the Vice Consul at Kasht [Rasht]The escape of Hunin and another Belgian official from Jangali custodyDispatch of one squadron of British cavalry to HamadanThe murder of Captain W H Marshall, the disturbances at Najaf, and the blockade of the townRequests for asylum by Russian officersReports on the Bakhtiaris [Bakhtiyārī tribe]Proposed despatch of British troops into Persia [Iran]Attack on Khan Baghdadi [Al Baghdadi] and Turkish [Ottoman] retreatFears of a Jangali coup at Kasvin [Qazvin] and Tehran.The following tables appear:Ration strength of Force D on 9 February 1918 (ff 8-15), 23 February 1918 (ff 51-55), 26 January 1918 (ff 106-112), 16 February 1918 (ff 198-205)Strength return and summaries of Force D on 16 February 1918 (ff 15-18), 19 January 1918 (ff 18-31), 26 January 1918 (ff 80-93)Distribution of the Turkish Army on 19 March 1918 (ff 73-75), 26 March 1918 (ff 172-174)State of supplies on 16 March 1918 (ff 100-101, 141-143), 23 March 1918 (ff 215-216, 221-222)Weekly return of the sick and wounded on 9 March 1918 (ff 154-155)Statement of animal transport and vehicles on 1 February 1918 (ff 162-171)Strength of the 3rd Division (ff 206-207).Physical description: The foliation sequence commences at the front cover with 1 and terminates at the inside back cover with 235; 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 3-233; these numbers are printed and are located in the bottom centre of the recto side of each folio.Dimensions: 21 x 33cm
9. ‘WAR DIARY. ARMY HEADQUARTERS, INDIA. […] I.E.F. “D”. Volume 45 Part II (From 16th to 30th April 1918.)’
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- 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 April 1918. This is accompanied by appendices containing copies and extracts of these papers, which include: telegrams, letters, tables, and memoranda, containing instructions and reports.An index and synopsis of the contents of this volume can be found at IOR/L/MIL/17/5/3297. The volume covers many topics and events, but mostly relates to:Intelligence from the Caucasus Military Agency regarding the situation in the Caucasus regionDiscussions regarding an agricultural development scheme for Mesopotamia and a proposed Agricultural DirectorateDetails of personnel and supplies, including requirements, across multiple departmentsTurkish [Ottoman] forces: movements; proposed advance into Persia [Iran]; dispatched missions; locations; plans for Azirbaijan [Azerbaijan]; and distributions for the week ending 16 April (ff 36-38), week ending 23 April (ff 115-116), and week ending 30 April (ff 241-243)Discussions regarding the reorganisation of multiple units and directorates within Force DInformation from the Persian Government regarding the Vice-Consul at Resht [Rasht]Matters relating to the Dunsterforce, including: relations with Colonel Lazar Bicharakov’s [Bicherakov] forces; activities; movements; intelligence and reportsMatters relating to ports and railways traffic and constructionExchange and transport of personnel and supplies between Mesopotamia, India, and EgyptLists of sick and woundedInformation from the Political Resident in the Persian Gulf regarding the situation in NajafDetails of tonnage [amounts of cargo] transported on railways and shipsDaily operations reports from the General Officer Commanding, Force DDiscussions regarding aid and money to be offered to third parties across Mesopotamia, Persia, and the Caucasus regionMatters relating to prisoners of warRoyal Air Force reportsIntelligence and opinions from His Britannic Majesty’s Minister, Teheran [Tehran], regarding: situation in the Caucasus region; movements of Turkish troops; the Dunsterforce; British refugees at Baku; and the Russians and North PersiaGerman troops: movements; possible secret German-Persian arrangement; and plans for PersiaSending of armoured cars to PersiaStaff appointmentsInformation from enemy prisoners and deserters regarding negotiations with the South Caucasus Committee, and plans for North Persia and the CaucasusBritish capture of Kifri on 28 April.The volume also contains:Monthly distribution report of motor vehicles in service with Force D on 1 February (ff 5-30) and 1 March (ff 203-231)Report by T R J Ward, Inspector General of Irrigation, India, and G T Henderson, 14 March, on local resources (ff 56-61)Appreciations [reports] from the Directorate of Military Operations summarising the situation in Mesopotamia and Persia on 21 April (ff 91-92) and 28 April (ff 186-187)Distribution of troops on 23 March (ff 126-135) and on 30 March (ff 155-165).Whilst the volume contains copies of earlier material dating from February 1918 onwards, the bulk of the material dates from April 1918.Physical description: The foliation sequence commences at the front cover with 1 and terminates at the inside back cover with 245; 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 3-243; these numbers are printed and are located in the bottom centre of the recto side of each folio.Dimensions: 21 x 33cm
10. ‘WAR DIARY. ARMY HEADQUARTERS, INDIA. […] I.E.F. “D”. Volume 46. PART I. (From 1st to 15th May 1918.)’
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- 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 May 1918. 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 and a summary of the contents can be found at folios 3-35.The volume concerns:Military personnel issues, including reinforcements, promotions, demobilization plans, and rewards for performanceSupply of food, construction materials, animals, ammunition, and other items to Force DArrivals to and departures from the port of BasraRiver and railway traffic in MesopotamiaRailway construction in MesopotamiaA report on the performance of the 49th Bengal InfantryProposals for ‘reducing expenditure’ on shipping between India and MesopotamiaDiscussion of British strategic priorities in MesopotamiaIntelligence concerning Turkish [Ottoman] military actions in the Caucasus and Persia [Iran]Matters relating to Dunsterforce, including the movements of Dunsterforce and the formation of an Armoured Car unitThe occupation of Kerkouk [Kirkuk] by Force DPursuit of Turkish forces following the capture of KerkoukForce D’s withdrawal from KerkoukThe occupation of Tauq [Tawuq]Matters relating to the British blockade of Najaf following the killing of a British officer, including the surrender of the town and the arrest of ‘mal-contents and ringleaders’Aerial bombing of camps near Fathah [Al Fathah], Erbil, and Altun Keupri [Altun Kupri].The volume also contains:Distribution and composition of Force D including details of lines of communication and commanding officers (ff 36- 49)Distribution of Force D including details of lines of communication, 6 April 1918 (ff 150-165), 13 April 1918 (ff 165-180), and 20 April 1918 (ff 328-339)Ammunition held and used by Force D, 26 April 1918 (f 52) and 3 May 1918 (ff 276-278)Ration strength of Force D on 30 March 1918 (ff 136-140), 13 April 1918 (ff 219-223), and 20 April 1918 (ff 342-345)Detailed statements of ration strength of Force D on 9 March 1918 (ff 141-147), 23 March 1918 (ff 205-210), 30 March 1918 (ff 244-250), and 6 April 1918 (ff 381-386)Strength returns of Force D dated 2 March 1918 (ff 61- 73), 9 March 1918 (ff 74-99), 16 March 1918 (ff 251-273), 23 March 1918 (ff 123-125), 6 April 1918 (ff 202-204), 13 April 1918 (ff 340-342), and 20 April 1918 (ff 147-149)Statement of Animal Transport held by Force D, dated 1 March 1918 (ff 101-111)Statement of Animal and Mechanical Transport held by Force D, dated 1 March 1918 (ff 300-311)Report of number of pilots and aircraft available for service in Mesopotamia, 2 May 1918 (f 127) and 9 May 1918 (f 352)Distribution of the Turkish Army, 7 May 1918 (ff 231-233) and 14 May 1918 (ff 408-409)War establishment for an Armoured Motor Car unit (ff 238-242)Weekly return of sick and wounded for the weeks ending 13 April 1918 (ff 288-290) and 20 April 1918 (ff 406-407)Names, designation letters, and classes of new battalions created by Force D (ff 295-296).Physical description: Foliation: the foliation sequence commences at the front cover with 1 and terminates at the inside back cover with 422; 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 3-420; these numbers are printed and are located in the bottom centre of the recto side of each folio.Dimensions: 21 x 33cm
11. ‘WAR DIARY. ARMY HEADQUARTERS, INDIA. […] I.E.F. “D”. Volume 46. PART II. (From 16th to 31st May 1918.)’
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- 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 May 1918. 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 and a summary of the contents can be found in IOR/L/MIL/17/5/3299.The volume concerns:Military personnel issues, including reinforcements, recruitment, and leaveArrivals to and departures from the port of BasraRailway construction in MesopotamiaSupply of animals, food, tents, construction materials, vehicles, and other items to Force DBritish propaganda in MesopotamiaDiscussion of the potential for recruiting Assyrians and Nestorians in Persia [Iran] for military serviceMatters relating to Dunsterforce, including: Dunsterforce’s movements; recruitment of Persian levies; and operations to suppress anti-British forces in PersiaBritish interactions with Russian officers in Persia, including payment of money to maintain Russian troops, and attempts to prevent a Russian general returning to PersiaAerial bombardment of Fathah [Al Fathah] and Humr [Al Humr]The creation of a Directorate for Irrigation in MesopotamiaIntelligence concerning the movement of Turkish units in Mesopotamia and PersiaIntelligence concerning the arrival of German soldiers, vehicles, and weapons at Constantinople [Istanbul]Intelligence concerning Turkish and German intelligence operations, including the German role in inciting the ‘rebellion’ in NajafBritish financial support for pro-British Persian politiciansActivities of the South Persia RiflesDiscussions of British military strategy in the Middle East, including the shift in focus away from Mesopotamia and towards PersiaRailway traffic in MesopotamiaForce D’s withdrawal from Kerkouk [Kirkuk]A summary of recent bombing raids and aerial combat, written for the Press AssociationText of a speech given by General William Marshall in Baghdad to mark Empire Day (f 266).The volume also contains:Strength returns of Force D dated 30 March 1918 (ff 14-22, ff 45-66), 6 April 1918 (ff 89-102), 13 April 1918 (ff 236-246), 20 April 1918 (ff 23-24), and 27 April 1918 (ff 126-128)Distribution of Force D including details of lines of communication, 27 April 1918 (ff 141-150)Ration strength of Force D on 27 April 1918 (ff 67-69) and 4 May 1918 (ff 134-137)Detailed statements of ration strength of Force D on 13 April 1918 (ff 103-107) and 20 April 1918 (ff 179-183)Report of number of pilots and aircraft available for service in Mesopotamia, 16 May 1918 (ff 35-36), 23 May 1918 (f 154), and 30 May 1918 (f 274)Weekly return of sick and wounded for the week ending 27 April 1918 (f 84)Distribution of the Turkish Army, 21 May 1918 (ff 112-113) and 28 May 1918 (ff 215-223)Ammunition held and used by Force D, 17 May 1918 (ff 128-129) and 24 May (f 250)Lists of captured food supplies (ff 231-232).Physical description: Foliation: the foliation sequence commences at the front cover with 1 and terminates at the inside back cover with 279; 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 3-277; these numbers are printed and are located in the bottom centre of the recto side of each folio.Dimensions: 21 x 33cm
12. ‘WAR DIARY. ARMY HEADQUARTERS, INDIA. […] I.E.F. “D”. Volume 48 Part II (From 16th to 31st July 1918.)’
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- 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 July 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/17/5/3303. The volume covers many topics and events, but mostly relates to:Personnel and reinforcement requirements of Force D, especially plans to raise half a million combatantsMatters relating to staff: appointments, pay grades, training, and leaveCreation and re-organisation of different units within Force DMatters relating to railways constructionDetails of tonnage [amounts of cargo] transported on railways and riversIntelligence relating to Turkish [Ottoman] and German forces, including distributions of the Turkish forces on week ending 16 July (ff 8-17), week ending 23 July (ff 212-221), and week ending 30 July (ff 357-365)Progress and efficiency of the DunsterforceAdministration of personnel and supplies between Mesopotamia, Persia [Iran], and IndiaMatters relating to oil fields in Mesopotamia and Persia, especially regarding the Anglo-Persian Oil CompanyDiscussions of the different Russian armies and their potential impact on British operationsUpdates on events in: the Caucasus region; the Caspian Sea region, especially at Baku; and in Trans-Caspia [historic region in Central Asia]Updates from General Wilfrid Malleson in Meshed [Mashhad], including his communications with the Turkistan UnionMatters relating to the administration of British-occupied territory in Mesopotamia, including development of British tradeIntelligence on Turko-German relationsBritish relations with the Bakhtiari [Bakhtiyārī, also rendered as Bukhtiari in text] tribeLists of sick and wounded soldiersPrisoners of war and desertersMatters relating to wireless systems, including interception of Turkish and German communicationsIntelligence on and discussions about political situations in Georgia, Armenia, and AzerbaijanIntelligence on political and military activity at Constantinople [Istanbul]Action between British troops and Jangalis [Jangalīs] at Resht [Rasht].The volume also contains:Detailed statements of ration strength of Mesopotamian Expeditionary Force on 15 June (ff 21-25), 22 June (ff 224-229), and 29 June (ff 313-318)Statements showing strength of the different contingents serving with Force D as of 22 June (ff 40-42), 15 June (ff 243-256), and 29 June (ff 282-283)Monthly distribution report of motor vehicles in service with Force D on 1 June (ff 44-63)Strength of Force D in June (ff 64-87)Appreciations [reports] from the Directorate of Military Operations summarising the situation in Mesopotamia and Persia on 22 July (ff 142-144) and on 29 July (ff 330-332)Proposals for a new establishment to be sanctioned for the railways in Mesopotamia by Brigadier-General Guy Lubbock, Director of Railways, Force D (ff 151-180), including data on railways and with comments from the General Officer Commanding, Force D (ff 150-151)Distribution of Force D troops on 22 June (ff 181-191), 29 June (ff 192-202), and 6 July (ff 333-344).Physical description: Foliation: the foliation sequence (used for referencing) commences at the first folio with 1 and terminates at the last folio with 373; 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
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