I did not realize the Arab revolt (1918) was all about getting to Damascus

I did not relaize the troubles in Beirut are largely attributed to Syria

I did not realize the conflicts on Israel's northern border are largely attributed to Syria

I never realized Syria was created after WW-I by the Western powers.

I never realized the English put Feisal on the throne of Syria- for two weeks

I never realized the French kicked him out - after 8 weeks!

I never realized we had so much to do with how wacky the Midle East is

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