675. The First World War: Slaughter at Gallipoli (Part 5)

About this episode

The episode discusses the disastrous Battle of Gallipoli and its impact on national identities and military history.

Why was the Battle of Gallipoli, starting in February 1915, in Turkey, so disastrous for the Allies, and in particular, Winston Churchill? How has it become such a foundational moment in the national identity of New Zealand and Australia? And, how did it transform the destiny of Turkey? Join Dominic and Tom as they launch into one of the worst military catastrophes of the First World War. _______ Lloyds. 250 years on and still backing the nation's aspirations. _______ Join The Rest Is History Club: Unlock the full experience of the show – with exclusive bonus episodes, ad-free listening, early access to every series and live show tickets, a members-only newsletter, discounted books from the show, and access to our private Discord chatroom. Sign up directly at the⁠restishistory.com⁠ _______ To read our new newsletter, sign up at: therestishistory.com/newsletters _______ Advertise with us: Partnerships@goalhanger.com _______ Twitter: @TheRestHistory @holland_tom @dcsandbrook Video Editors: Jack Meek, Harry Swan + Adam Thornton Social Producer: Harry Balden Producers: Tabby Syrett & Aaliyah Akude Senior Producer: Callum Hill Executive Producer: Dom Johnson Learn more about your ad…

People in this episode

Hosts: Dominic, Tom

Topics covered

• First World War
• Battle of Gallipoli
• military history
• national identity
• Allied forces
• Turkey's destiny

Keywords

• Gallipoli
• First World War
• Winston Churchill
• New Zealand
• Australia
• military catastrophe
• Turkey

Sponsors

Lloyds

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: The Rest Is History Club, goalhanger

Places: Turkey, New Zealand, Australia

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