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The Battle of Gallipoli, known in Turkey as Çanakkale, was a significant World War I conflict where Allied forces attempted to attack the Ottoman Empire, which supported Germany. The campaign began on February 19, 1915, with naval assaults by British and French forces.

Despite initial successes, the Allies faced significant challenges, including underestimating Ottoman defenses and poor terrain for landings. Ultimately, a successful deception operation allowed for a retreat with no casualties, contrasting the operation's disastrous beginnings.