Abstract: The volume contains a chronological list of brief summaries of papers relating to the activities of the Indian Expeditionary Force D between 26 September 1914 and 17 October 1914. This is accompanied by appendices containing copies and extracts of these papers, which include: correspondence; telegrams; reports; orders; despatches; and instructions.A summary of the contents of this volume is pasted on the leading flyleaf, under the subtitle ‘Preparations’:Warnings about the likelihood of Turkey [Ottoman Empire] entering the warThe decision to send a force to the GulfPreparation to send the 6th division to the Gulf, and a discussion over where it should landThe collection of the 16th brigade at Bombay [Mumbai] and Karachi, and their sailing to the Gulf.Physical description: Foliation: the foliation sequence (used for referencing) commences at the first folio with 1 and terminates at the last folio with 58; 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 30 June 1915. This is accompanied by appendices containing copies and extracts of these papers, which include letters, memoranda, lists, telegrams, and intelligence summaries and appreciations [reports] from the Directorate of Military Operations.A summary of the contents of this volume can be found at folio 10, and the volume concerns:The advance of Force D up the Tigris, the surrender of ‘Amarah [Al ‘Amarah], and the commencement of the advance to NasiriyahDetails of prisoners taken and weapons and equipment captured by Force DThe movements and operations of Russian and Turkish [Ottoman] forces on the Caucasus frontRequests for supplies, equipment, and transport, including river vessels, dredgers, wireless sets, and medical facilitiesRequests for reinforcements and other personnelRequests for aeroplanes, pilots and air mechanics, and plans for the organisation of the flying service in Mesopotamia.The following tables are included:Details of men suspected of sedition who are to be arrested (folios 28-29)The effective strengths of the fighting and medical units of Force D (folios 133-135, 145, 174-176)The distribution of troops belonging to Force D (folio 162)An embarkation statement of reinforcements for Basra (folios 236-239).Summaries of the contents of previous volumes can be found at folios 3 to 9.The vast majority of material in the volume dates from June 1915, but there is also a small amount of material which dates from April and May 1915.Physical description: Foliation: the foliation sequence commences at the front cover with 1 and terminates at the inside back cover with 249; 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 11-247; 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 1915. This is accompanied by appendices containing copies and extracts of these papers, which include letters, memoranda, and telegrams.A summary of the contents of this volume can be found at the start of IOR/L/MIL/17/5/3238. The volume mostly relates to:Appreciations [reports] and intelligence summaries from the Directorate of Military OperationsProposals for an advance on BaghdadReinforcements for Force D, including medical personnelStaff appointments and movementsSupplies and equipment for Force D, including river craft, ammunition, and medical suppliesThe erection of workshops at Amarah [Al ‘Amarah]Intelligence on Turkish forcesDetails of a potential aviation unit in Mesopotamia.The following tables appear:The effective strengths of Force D (ff 5 and 117-118)The distribution of the troops in Force D (ff 20, 30-32, and 92)Quartermaster-General’s Embarkation Statement (ff 144-149).The vast majority of material in the volume dates from October 1915, but there is also a small amount of material which dates from July and September 1915.Physical description: Foliation: the foliation sequence commences at the front cover with 1 and terminates at the inside back cover with 151; 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 3-149; 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 18 October and 10 November 1914. This is accompanied by appendices containing copies and extracts of these papers, which include telegrams and a statement of transport sailings.A summary of the contents of this volume is pasted on the leading flyleaf under the subheading ‘Move up Persian Gulf’:‘33rd Cavalry mobilized’‘16th Brigade arrived Bahrain’‘Despatch of troops made public’‘War declared with Turkey [Ottoman Empire]’‘Another brigade ordered for “D”’‘Force “D” ordered to Fao’‘Fao occupied’‘18th Brigade and Divisional Headquarters sailed’‘Remainder 6th Division ordered to Shatt-al-Arab’The volume also includes information about the preparation of supplies and equipment, as well as details of intelligence regarding the activities of Turkish forces.A summary of contents for the previous volume is pasted on the inside front cover.Physical description: Foliation: the foliation sequence (used for referencing) commences at the first folio with 1 and terminates at the last folio with 81; 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 March 1916. This is accompanied by appendices containing copies and extracts of these papers, which include letters, memoranda, telegrams, and intelligence summaries and appreciations [reports] from the Directorate of Military Operations.A summary of the contents of this volume can be found at folios 11-14. The volume mostly relates to:The distribution and effective strengths of Force DUpdates from the Tigris and Euphrates linesThe dispositions and activities of Turkish [Ottoman] troopsRussian operations in the Caucasus and North-West Persia [Iran]Supplies and equipment for Force D, including river craft, medical facilities, and weapons and ammunitionThe deployment of troops and medical and other personnel for Force DThe decision to recall General Fenton AylmerEfforts for the relief of Kut [Al-Kut], and the proposal to enter into negotiations.The following tables appear:Composition of Force D (ff 3-10, 28-32)'Return showing strength of units comprised in Indian Expeditionary Force "D" on 1st January 1916' (ff 76-84)'Tables of Equipment for the Headquarters and Airline Section of an Army Corps Signal Company' (ff 205-214).The vast majority of material in the volume dates from March 1916, but there is also a small amount of material which dates from January and February 1916.Physical description: The foliation sequence commences at the front cover with 1 and terminates at the inside back cover with 237; 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 3-235; 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 31 March 1915. This is accompanied by appendices containing copies and extracts of these papers, which include letters, tables, and telegrams containing reports and orders.A summary of the contents of this volume can be found at folio 6, and the volume concerns:Intelligence summaries and appreciations [reports] from the Directorate of Military OperationsThe distribution and effective strength of Force DThe gathering and transport of reinforcements for Force DRequests for supplies and equipmentBritish efforts to gain the support of local Arab and Bakhtiari [Bakhtiyārī] rulersThe blockade of the EuphratesThe reorganisation of Force D as an Army Corps under the command of General Sir John Eccles NixonPossible terms of peace with Turkey [Ottoman Empire]The distribution of the Turkish ArmySuspicions regarding German activity, and particularly that of Wilhelm Wassmuss, in south Persia [Iran].Summaries of the contents of previous volumes can be found at folios 3 to 5.The volume contains a small number of copies of telegrams and letters from February 1915.Physical description: Foliation: the foliation sequence commences at the front cover with 1 and terminates at the inside back cover with 236; 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 7-234; these numbers are printed and are located in the bottom centre of the recto side of each folio.Dimensions: 21x33cm