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Battle of Gallipoli
1915 - 1916 • Dardanellen Amphib. Op.
Historical Overview
Failed Allied landing to knock out the Ottoman Empire.
Quick Facts
Outcome:Ottoman victory.
Ottoman Empire
- Commander: Mustafa Kemal (Atatürk)
- Strength: ca. 315.000
- Casualties: ca. 250.000
Allied Forces
- Commander: Ian Hamilton
- Strength: ca. 480.000
- Casualties: ca. 250.000
Strategic Context
Attempt to open a sea route to Russia through the straits.
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