Online Program
Online Lecture: Cradles of Civilization — Shaping the Modern Middle East
Program No. 24751RJ
Join us on Wednesday, Oct. 11, 2023, at 1 p.m. (ET)/ 10 a.m. (PT), for a one-hour lecture and Q&A to learn about the creation of the modern Middle East.
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At a Glance
Join Todd Greentree, historian and former US foreign service officer, for an in-depth look at the Middle East in the early and mid-20th century. Part two of this three-part lecture series will focus on the aftermath of World War I, the collapse of the Ottoman Empire and the rise of Arab nationalism. Todd will discuss the geopolitical influences of Great Britain and the United States in the creation of the modern Middle East, offering insights into a transformative era that continues to resonate today.
General Notes
Your online lecture will take place live over the course of 1-2 hours. All times are listed in the EASTERN time zone. If you live in a different time zone, please adjust your schedule accordingly. This live online experience uses Zoom Webinar, an easy-to-use web video service that includes closed captioning. All you need is an Internet connection and your computer. You will receive a confirmation email when you enroll, and a reminder email one week and one day before, as well as the morning of the event with a link and instructions on how to tune in. You will not be pictured on screen during the lecture, but you will have the opportunity to ask the instructor live questions using the Q&A box. Unless otherwise noted, all those who enroll in this program receive access to the live event as well as a recording of the lecture that you can watch any time within the two weeks following the live event.