The Gallipoli Campaign, fought during World War I from April 1915 to January 1916, ended in a costly defeat for the Allied forces, particularly Britain and France. The objective was to secure a sea route to Russia and capture the Ottoman capital, but the campaign was hampered by poor planning, logistical issues, and strong Ottoman resistance led by Mustafa Kemal (later Atatürk). The Allies ultimately evacuated after suffering heavy casualties, with over 250,000 Allied troops and around 300,000 Ottoman soldiers killed or wounded. The failure of the campaign had significant implications, including a boost to Turkish nationalism and a shift in Allied strategies in the war.
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