The Gallipoli Peninsula

The Gallipoli Peninsula, located in Turkey, is historically significant for its role in World War I. In 1915, Allied forces launched a campaign to control the strategic Dardanelles Strait, aiming to open a supply route to Russia and to weaken the Ottoman Empire. The campaign involved fierce fighting between the Allies and Ottoman troops, leading to heavy casualties on both sides. Despite their efforts, the Allies withdrew after several months. Today, Gallipoli is remembered for its military history and is a site of remembrance for those who fought and lost their lives there.