Beirut 1925: The Druze Revolt and the Making of Modern Lebanon

In 1925, the Syrian Druze rose up against French rule, and their rebellion quickly spread to Beirut, threatening the very foundation of the newly created state of Greater Lebanon. This episode follows the revolt from its origins in Jabal al-Druze to the bombing of the Damascus Citadel, and examines how the French responded with brutal force, including the shelling of Damascus and the execution of rebel leaders. We explore the role of Sultan al-Atrash, the charismatic Druze leader who became a symbol of resistance, and the impact of the revolt on Lebanon's fragile sectarian balance. How did the rebellion shape the relationship between Beirut and Damascus? And why did the French ultimately decide to partition the Syrian-Lebanese region into separate states? Tune in to uncover the forgotten story of the Druze Revolt and its lasting legacy on the borders and politics of the Levant.

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