Edmund Allenby

ModernGeneralGreat Britain1861 — 1936

Bloody Bull who captured Jerusalem in 1917.

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Quick Facts

Born

1861

Died

1936

Country

Great Britain

Era

Modern

Occupation

General

Score Overview

Military (10%)78

Political (20%)54

Influence (20%)55

Legacy (20%)55

Leadership (15%)70

Strategy (15%)67

Total Score60.6

Edmund Allenby — Complete Timeline

1917 AD

Capture of JerusalemWar◆ Major

Allenby led the Egyptian Expeditionary Force in the capture of Jerusalem from the Ottoman Empire. He entered the city on foot on 11 December 1917, respecting the holy sites. This was the first Christian control of Jerusalem since the Crusades and a major Allied propaganda victory.

World War IMiddle EastJerusalem

Impact: globalconstructive

Third Battle of GazaWar◆ Major

Allenby took command of the Egyptian Expeditionary Force and immediately reorganized it. He launched the Third Battle of Gaza, a combined infantry and cavalry assault that broke the Ottoman defensive line. This victory opened the way for the advance into Palestine and the capture of Jerusalem.

World War IMiddle EastGaza

Impact: regionalconstructive

1918 AD

Battle of MegiddoWar

Allenby commanded the Egyptian Expeditionary Force at the Battle of Megiddo. His forces launched a surprise offensive that broke the Ottoman lines in Palestine. The battle resulted in the destruction of three Ottoman armies and led to the capture of Damascus and Aleppo.

World War IMiddle EastOttoman Empire

Impact: regionalconstructive