Seven Pillars of Wisdom · Character
Tallal
A sheikh of the Beni Sakhr tribe, a fierce fighter.
minor
First appearance: lxxxii
Tallal shows up with force in CX. The page is where that presence becomes real.
Arrives at a gallop and advances carelessly toward the Turkish station, nearly getting shot.
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In CX: Arrives at a gallop and advances carelessly toward the Turkish station, nearly getting shot. Later, in The Failed Bridge at Tell el Shehab: Provides guides for the parties that cut the railway line after the…
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- Other
Character groups
- Diverse Support Figures
- Protagonist
- Arab Revolt Leadership
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- Breaking point
- Aftermath
- Closing
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See Tallal in lxxxii