This book examines the strategic and tactical application of military principles during the Egypt and Palestine campaigns of World War I. It details the dispositions of British and Turkish forces, discusses the impact of geography and communications, and chronicles operations from 1914 through 1916. The core of the work provides an in-depth analysis of the 1917-18 operations, culminating in the armistice of October 31, 1918, supported by maps and a comprehensive diary of events.

This work is presented as a study for officers engaged in military history, particularly beneficial for those preparing for staff college. The detailed breakdown of operations, coupled with discussions on strategy, tactics, and the principles of war, suggests a text aimed at a knowledgeable audience seeking to understand historical military engagements. The inclusion of maps and a diary of events indicates a thorough approach to documenting the campaign's progression and its strategic underpinnings.