Occupied Istanbul

Occupied Istanbul is Volume 1 of the New Directions In Turkish Studies series. This historical study examines the period following the defeat of the Ottoman Empire in the First World War, specifically the five year occupation of the city by British, French, and Italian forces starting in 1918. The text addresses a gap in world history and European imperialism research, moving beyond Anatolia-centric narratives to explore the complexities of this era.

This history volume analyzes the occupation through various lenses, including commerce, policing, infrastructure, and labor. By exploring how these forces impacted social and political life, Occupied Istanbul provides a detailed educational resource on the modern history of Turkey and the Middle East. It serves as a comprehensive academic contribution to First World War studies and the broader study of urban occupation in the early twentieth century.