The Dardanelles Commission

The Dardanelles Commission was established during World War I to investigate the failed military campaign aimed at capturing the Dardanelles Strait, a strategic waterway connecting the Aegean Sea to the Sea of Marmara. The campaign involved Allied ships and troops attempting to open a new front against the Ottoman Empire but met with strong Turkish resistance and heavy losses. The commission reviewed the planning, execution, and intelligence of the operation, identifying mistakes and lessons learned. Its findings helped shape future military strategies and contributed to understanding the importance of thorough planning and coordination in complex amphibious assaults.