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20 hours ago · Total: 255,268 (56,643 dead) [6] [11] The Gallipoli campaign, the Dardanelles campaign, the Defence of Gallipoli or the Battle of Gallipoli ( Turkish: Gelibolu Muharebesi, Çanakkale Muharebeleri or Çanakkale Savaşı) was a military campaign in the First World War on the Gallipoli peninsula (now Gelibolu) from 19 February 1915 to 9 January 1916.
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2 days ago · The Korean War. It was the first major war of a larger conflict, the Cold War. The Cold War was a political, economic and military contest between the two post-war superpowers, the United States of America and the Union of Soviet Socialist Republics (Soviet Union).
5 days ago · Regimental Headquarters (RHQ) personnel from the 7th Signal Regiment began the commemorations for ANZAC Day by congregating in the Gordon Club in the early hours of the morning, partaking in a warm cup of coffee with the occasional nip of rum.
4 days ago · In January 1916, while World War I was still being fought, it was announced that 25 April would in future be remembered as ‘Anzac Day’ each year. This was the date on which the Australian and New Zealand Army Corps (‘ANZACs’) had landed at Gallipoli and had made great sacrifices.
1 day ago · ANZAC Day—a Christian veteran reflects. By David. Having recently observed ANZAC Day in Australia, I have found myself reflecting on what April 25 represents. I must stress that ANZAC Day is not, nor should it ever be, about glorifying war. ANZAC Day points to something—to someone—greater.
3 days ago · Every year on April 25th, Australians gather in Istanbul to commemorate Anzac Day and then travel to Çanakkale/Gallipoli Anzac Bay. This solemn occasion marks the anniversary of the landing of Australian and New Zealand soldiers in Gallipoli.
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5 days ago · On the Anzac Day following the inauguration of the Glebe War Memorial in 1922, Glebe women grasped the opportunity to make a profound statement of grief and pride for their collective loss.
