World War I Battle of Gallipoli

The Darnells campaign began with a significant German force facing the Allies. Over six months, both sides engaged in fierce battles across a small peninsula, aiming to control a strategic strait. Despite the high stakes, the conflict resulted in a stalemate, with the Allies losing over 40,000 men. By October 1915, recognizing the futility of further combat, the Allies withdrew.

Who was the German General leading the 200,000 men against the Allied advance?

• General Friedrich Paulus

• General Lee Bonbon Sanders

• General Erwin Rommel

• General Heinz Guderian

What was the main strategic goal of the battles on the peninsula?

• To capture the capital city

• To establish a new military base

• To control the narrow Strait for safe passage

• To gain access to oil reserves

How long did the intense battles between the two forces last?

• Three months

• Six months

• Nine months

• One year

By October 1915, how many men had the Allies lost in the campaign?

• 40,000 men

• 50,000 men

• 30,000 men

• 20,000 men

What was the outcome of the Darnells campaign for the Allies?

• They withdrew after realizing the campaign's futility

• They achieved a decisive victory

• They established a new base

• They formed an alliance with the enemy