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Abdul Muttalib Bousalem Calls for Documenting the Libyan-American Wars from a Libyan Perspective
Libyan researcher Abdelmuttalib Bousalam called for a renewed analysis and documentation of the Libyan-American wars in the early 19th century. He emphasized that foreign sources tend to focus on that period from an American perspective, while Libyan records lack precise internal documentation—especially since many contemporary Libyan authors have shown insufficient interest in this aspect. He explained that these events include three military campaigns and invasions, notably the occupation of the city of Derna in 1805, which is regarded as the first city outside the United States to be occupied by American forces, with the participation of troops from several countries and the support of the then-Wali of Egypt, Khurshid Pasha. He underscored the importance of studying this period to understand national identity and urged Libyan researchers to document it in a balanced manner based on local sources. He also stressed that this era remains one of the most controversial stages in Libyan history.
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