study guides for every class

that actually explain what's on your next test

Sykes-Picot Agreement

from class:

AP Human Geography

Definition

The Sykes-Picot Agreement was a secret agreement made during World War I between Britain and France in 1916. It aimed to divide the territories of the Ottoman Empire in the Middle East into separate spheres of influence for the two countries.

ยฉ 2024 Fiveable Inc. All rights reserved.
APยฎ and SATยฎ are trademarks registered by the College Board, which is not affiliated with, and does not endorse this website.