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Nesib el Bekri

A Syrian nationalist and Arab officer, often difficult to work with.

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Also known as Nesib, the notorious Nesib

Nesib el Bekri shows up with force in XXXIX. The page is where that presence becomes real.

Represents Feisal to the villagers of Syria; brings political acumen and patriotic songs to the camp.

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In XXXIX: Represents Feisal to the villagers of Syria; brings political acumen and patriotic songs to the camp. Later, in XL: One of the…

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XXXIX
Represents Feisal to the villagers of Syria; brings political acumen and patriotic songs to the camp.
XL
One of the punctilious houses in the group; described as jealous and hostile to merit.
XLIII
Present on the march, part of the group enjoying the feast.
XLIV
Vexed with Lawrence for risking himself and Auda for a worthless man; contrasts city and desert values.
XLVI
Present at the feasts, receiving coffee and participating in the communal meal.
Nebk: Strategy and Deception
Nesib pushes for a Damascus-first strategy, is outmaneuvered by Lawrence, and leaves for the Druse Mountain.

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