Beirut 1925: The Great Syrian Revolt

In the summer of 1925, a Druze rebellion in southern Syria quickly spread to Beirut, threatening French rule. Lucas and Luna explore the causes of the Great Syrian Revolt, from French colonial arrogance to the spark of Sultan al-Atrash. They discuss how the revolt transformed into a national movement, with Sunni and Christian intellectuals in Beirut joining forces with Druze fighters. The episode covers key events like the bombardment of Damascus, the role of the League of Nations, and the lasting impact on Lebanese nationalism. Lucas explains how the French used their mandate over Lebanon to suppress the revolt, creating tensions that would echo for decades. The conversation also touches on the French strategy of 'divide and rule' between sects, and how the revolt briefly united Lebanese across sectarian lines against a common enemy. A detailed look at a forgotten uprising that shaped modern Lebanon.

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