History Matters Architects of Failure: 100 years of Sykes-Picot How the Sykes-Picot agreement signed in 1916 became shorthand for Western treachery, greed and colonial machinations. Akil Awan | Published in 16 May 2016 To continue reading this article you need to purchase a subscription, available from only £5. Start my trial subscription now If you have already purchased access, or are a print & archive subscriber, please ensure you are logged in. Please email digital@historytoday.com if you have any problems. School Resources Related Articles ISIS and the Abuse of History New Caliphate, Old Caliphate Popular articles Aliens and the Enlightenment The Roman Catholic War on Wigs