The secret policy of the British government regarding the Middle East, which involved encouraging Arabs to fight under false promises, was known among a few British diplomats and military officials. This deception led many of those aware of the situation to view it as profoundly shameful and damaging to British dignity. They recognized that this approach betrayed the trust of those who were being manipulated into conflict.

This secretive strategy was part of a larger narrative of deceit and imperial interests that shaped the region during that era. The actions taken by British leaders not only reflected a disregard for the lives of others but also underscored the complexities and moral failures of imperialism. The book delves into these themes, highlighting both the geopolitical calculations and the human costs of such policies in the making of the modern Middle East.