WW1 - Gallipoli

Question 1

Where is Gallipoli

Answer 1

Gallipoli is a peninsula in Turkey located in the southern part of East Thrace, on the European side of the country

Question 2

When did Anzacs arrive

Answer 2

25th of April 1916 - Dawn (ANZAC DAY)

Question 3

Land disadvantage

Answer 3

Rocky terrain, with the Turkish posed in a more strategic/beneficial position (above the Anzacs) upon entrance, preventing them from gaining control.

Question 4

Intention behind Gallipoli

Answer 4

To invade Ottoman empire through turkey, depriving them of warfare which could benefit their battles. Anzacs/Britain’s intent being to reach Russia and take over their powers, through turkey. PLAN FAILED.

Question 5

Anzac Day protesting

Answer 5

1960s-1980s, Anzac Day was immensely protested as people viewed the commemoration as immoral. though later on, people began to see this annual event as a celebration of the service.

Question 6

Anzac Day celebrations