Lawrence of Arabia, the battle for the Arab world
“Courage, guilt, betrayal and triumph; the story of T.E. Lawrence has it all. How one man inspired an Arab army but could not prevent their betrayal.”
Director: James Hawes
Producer: James Hawes
Overview
An exploration into the man behind the film-inspired myth, from both Western and Arab perspectives. Thomas Edward Lawrence, a 24-year-old British spy, was a figurehead in the Arab struggle for independence. In 1916, he united Arab tribes and led them in a war against the Turks who ruled over them for 400 years. The consequences of his successes and failures sowed the seeds of conflict that continue to plague the troubled region even today.
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Episodes
S1.E1 · October 22, 2003
Part I: Battle for the Arab World
The story of T.E. Lawrence, a British officer whose efforts to unite Arab tribes against the Turks during World War I left a lasting impact on the region. From his early life and academic pursuits to his role in the Arab Revolt and the capture of Aqaba, the film follows the events that shaped both his legacy and Arab-Western relations.
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