Empire

35. Gallipoli: Death at the Cliff Edge

Feb 28, 2023

Eugene Rogan, a Professor of modern Middle Eastern history and author, brings a personal touch to the discussion about Gallipoli, recalling family ties to the historic conflict. He delves into the catastrophic miscalculations of the Allies, the haunting legacies of Anzac landings, and the unanticipated strengths of the Ottoman forces. The conversation also reveals the complexities of gender roles in wartime and the profound impact of this campaign on national identities in Australia and New Zealand, making it a compelling exploration of history.

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Eugene Rogan

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Episode notes

Intro

3min

Echoes of Gallipoli

7min

Strategic Alliances and Underestimations

4min

Analysis of the Gallipoli Campaign

15min

Chaos at Gallipoli: The Anzac Landings

14min

Women in Combat: Unveiling the Shadows of Gallipoli

2min

Gallipoli: Humanity Amidst Despair

10min

The Aftermath of Gallipoli: Shifting Identities and Strategic Consequences

5min

The Great War has begun. The British want to open supply lines through the Black Sea to support their Russian allies. Therefore they must take the Gallipoli peninsula. Cue one of the most famous events of the First World War. Listen as William and Anita are again joined by Eugene Rogan to discuss the attempts to take Gallipoli and the brutal fighting that ensued.

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