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WWI Becomes a Global Conflict. The Gallipoli Disaster, 1915. As you read…. What was the purposed of this campaign? Who was involved? What were the results? Why was it considered a disaster?. Gallipoli Campaign, 1915. Ottoman Empire had entered the war April 25 1915 and 9 January 1916
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As you read… • What was the purposed of this campaign? • Who was involved? • What were the results? Why was it considered a disaster?
Gallipoli Campaign, 1915 • Ottoman Empire had entered the war • April 25 1915 and 9 January 1916 • Allies wanted to take control of Dardanelles Strait • Create supply line to Russia • Overwhelming victory for Central Powers • Allies tried to attack by sea and land, both sides suffered huge casualties
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