Gallipoli Case Study
Aim: To find out what impact the terrain and climate of the Gallipoli Peninsula had on
the Gallipoli Campaign fought during WW1 between April 1915 and January 1916.
1. Using an atlas, find out the following
about Gallipoli;
• Country:
• Continent:
• Population:
• Longitude & Latitude:
• Physical attributes:
2. Can you locate Gallipoli on a map of the
world?
Can you locate Gallipoli on a map of
Europe?
3. You will be given a blank map of Europe.
Annotate the following using a key;
•
Gallipoli
•
Ottoman Empire
•
Triple Entente (Britain, Russia, France
•
Triple Alliance (Germany, Austria –
Hungary, Italy)
4. You will be given a blank map of the
Gallipoli peninsula. You are going to do
some research and create a physical map.
You must also annotate the following;
•
Cape Helles
•
Anzac Cove & Suvla Bay
•
Gully Ravine
•
Krithia
•
Achi Baba
•
S, V, W, X and Y beaches
5. Research and create a climate graph for the Gallipoli Peninsula
6. Using the information you have gathered so far about the Gallipoli Peninsula, answer
the following question. In your opinion, what effect and impact do you think the
terrain and climate would have on soldiers fighting in this area? Give reasons for
your answer.
7. Using all of the information you have gathered, including your conclusion, create your
own Battle Plan. Think about the best time to launch an attack based on what you have
found out about the climate, where to attack based on the terrain and what route your
attacking ships and soldiers should take.
8. Research and find out the route that the Allied ships took to the Dardanelles during
the campaign in 1915-16. Annotate the route on to your European map. Find out where
the Turkish defences were and annotate these onto your Gallipoli map.
9. Conclusion: Why do you think the Allies wanted to attack the Dardanelles? Do you
think it likely that they would have won a battle in this area? Give reasons for your
opinions.