G. F. Abbott's book, "Greece and the Allies, 1914-1922", delves into the complex relationship between Greece and the Allied Powers during World War I (1914-1918) and the Greco-Turkish War (1919-1922).
Here's a possible summary:
- Greece's Stance in WWI: The book likely explores Greece's neutrality at the war's outset and the internal political struggles between pro-Allied Prime Minister Eleftherios Venizelos and King Constantine I who favored neutrality or alliance with Germany.
- Shifting Alliances: Abbott might discuss how Venizelos' eventual triumph led to Greece joining the Allies in 1917. The book could detail Greece's contributions to the war effort and the territorial gains it hoped for through its alliance.
- The Greco-Turkish War: A significant portion of the book would likely cover the Greco-Turkish War that erupted after the Ottoman Empire's defeat in WWI. This war centered on territorial disputes and the desire by Greece to establish a greater Greece, potentially including parts of Anatolia (Asia Minor) with significant Greek populations.
- The Role of the Allies: The book would likely explore the involvement of the Allied Powers in the Greco-Turkish War. With the war not going well for Greece, the text might delve into how Allied support waned and how their priorities shifted.
- The War's Aftermath: The book would likely explore the devastating consequences of the Greco-Turkish War for Greece, including territorial losses and a massive influx of Greek refugees from Asia Minor.
