| Description | Folder containing typed and handwritten notes by Bidwell on his Arab Bureau research, including drafts of what appear to be chapters for an intended book. There is also a diagram showing the organization of British administration of the Middle East, showing the relationship between the Arab Bureau, its sister agencies, and the governmental structure of the Foreign Office, India Office and War office. The texts cover the British authorities' attitude towards the 'Arab World' prior to the creation of the Bureau, the history behind its establishment and early organisational development, personnel, future plans and budgeting. |