6. Gallipoli Flashcards
1
Q
When were the Gallipoli landings?
A
25 April 1915.
2
Q
How long did it last?
A
8 Months
3
Q
Who was the battle against?
A
NZ and Australian soldiers vs Ottoman Forces (Turkey soldiers)
4
Q
What was the aim of the battle?
A
It was to capture Constantinople, defeat Turkey and open up a supply route to Russia through the Black Sea. They wanted a ‘backdoor’ into Eurpoe and restart the war of movement.
