The Principles of War - Lessons from Military History on Strategy, Tactics, Doctrine and Leadership. Firepower 6: Gallipoli Landing Questions and Answers
Oct 3, 2018
In this discussion, the guest facilitates an engaging Q&A about the Gallipoli landings, focusing on pivotal moments where ANZAC forces fell short of their objectives. They explore COL Sinclair-Maclagan's hesitations and the consequential costs of those decisions. The podcast also delves into Turkish troop movements and readiness, analyzing how these factors influenced the battle's trajectory. The role of mountain batteries is highlighted, showcasing their historical significance and the logistical challenges they faced during the campaign.
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Sinclair-Maclagan's Hesitation
- Sinclair-Maclagan's inexperience and hesitation led him to hold short at Gallipoli, missing the opportunity to press forward.
- This decision compromised artillery deployment and limited room for maneuver, impacting the campaign negatively.
Turkish Defensive Response Time
- The Turkish defense was a thin screen with strong inland reserves, taking hours to deploy against the landing.
- Australians reaching Third Ridge before Turkish reinforcements suggests seizing it could have improved the campaign position.
Training in Combat at Gallipoli
- Reinforcements, both infantry and artillery, were often less than three months trained arriving at Gallipoli.
- Combatants were effectively learning their roles while engaged in battle, undergoing continuous on-the-job training.