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Gallipoli from Above: The Untold Story reveals the real story about the Gallipoli landing dispelling the myths about poor planning, wrong beaches and British generals sending Australian troops to certain death.

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[TanselGünel]

My grandfather was a Turk and fought in Gallipoli. He died in 1980 at the age of 85. I don't remember him receiving veterans' benefits. But he had a medal. He would tell that they helped a wounded British soldier and had him treated at the headquarters. That was all he said about the war. He loved the great Turkish commander Mustafa Kemal Atatürk very much.

[charlietodd]

My grandfather was on Gallipoli with the 5th Battalion Argyll & Sutherland Highlanders, usually a kilted regiment, but sensibly in shorts & tropical kit for this one. He wasn't in the initial; landiings fortunately. Like all veterans, he never spoke of his experiences but he certainly held the Turkish troops in high regard - particularly their snipers. Anyway, he survived that and then the whole Palestine campaign, being withdrawn just before the capture of Jerusalem and sent to the Western Front for what would be the last year of the war. Wounded twice and suffering from malaria for many years he got a War Pension of 6/- from 1919 which gradually rose to £6 by the time of his death in 1983 at the age of 94. I never heard him complain about anything - it was subsequent generations who did all the complaining. I thoroughly enjoyed this documentary.

[robrussell]

As an American, I was introduced to the story of Gallipoli from the 70's anti-war ballad, "And the Band Played Waltzing Matilda, " by Eric Bogle. Hauntingly beautiful, it remains the most powerful anti-war song I've ever heard.

We buried ours, and the Turks buried theirs
Then we started all over again

[karlheinzvonkroemann]

I never was a fan of Winston Churchill's military achievements (or lack thereof) but one must salute the brave British and French seamen and the British and ANZAC soldiers and Marines that fought in this bloody campaign. Johnny Turk is also to be honored for his staunch defense of his homeland in this crucial battle under Mustafa Kemal Atatürk, their greatest general and founder of the Turkish republic in the wake of the defeat of the Ottoman Empire. This is an excellent documentary, well worth a watch to all students of the the Great War and war generally.

[exocet]

Several years ago my Dad was working and living in Turkey. We were able to tour Gallipoli and was truly heart breaking as well as very interesting. I have been to so many battlefields and all just truly amazes me at the bravery.

[carolgebert]

I love learning the truth behind myths and this one delivered in spades. Well done with the investigation.

[jamesross]

Gallipoli is an endlessly fascinating subject. My great grandfather was there in the turret of his ship shelling the Turkish positions.

[TheRustyLM]

Beautifully made film. The actors, reenactments and old photosgrahs.
I’m sure many many will vehemently disagree with the thesis.

[dheitel]

This is a brilliant depiction of the Gallipoli campaign. Well done!

[janoginski]

I knew 2 of the Old Boys that we’re at Gallipoli. They worked for my Dad on the Farm. One of them was a sniper. Great Old Boys, one of them in particular, Old Jimmy Grant, a lovely gentle soul, I’ll never forget him. They never talked about it, never. I remember the two of us taking shelter in a small hollow, like a shallow trench, in a passing heavy wind driven shower, as we hunched down it passed through my mind, I wonder if he felt the same.

[stefanlimpyjackedthofer]

this is the best documentary i have ever read or seen on gallipoli. it changed my view and i must alter the story my workmates indoctrinated me with when i was a young man, living down under for a while. i ever had a obsession with this particular battle of WWI just as if i had taken part in it in a previous live. congrat on the well done research.

[behindthespotlight]

I’m surprised no mention of Churchill. His public self-flagellating and subsequent decade “in the wilderness” were very much considered cause & effect between the two World Wars. First Lord of the Admiralty to a Colonel on the field of battle is a significant descent down the often unfair ladder of life. Every biography I’ve read about Churchill devoted heavy page count to his responsibilities at Gallipoli.

PS: OUTSTANDING DOCUMENTARY

[mandrinvuthaj]

My maternal ggrandfather took part in this war he was one of the hundreds ethnic Albanian men that fought and died on Dardanelles (he survived)🇦🇱🇹🇷

[nigelreid]

My Grandfather Percy Bruce was part of the initial beach landings at Gallipoli. He was in the 1st Battalion of the Essex Regiment. He told my Uncle that many of his comrades were so badly injured on the beach they had to be put out of their misery! He was wounded in the arm and leg during the campaign and after the withdrawal was shipped over to the Somme where he was gassed. My Mums description of his temperament after the war would suggest he was suffering from PTSD and I'm not surprised. Sadly I never met him as he passed 2 weeks before I was born.

[salyluz]

Very interesting history, well done research. It is very important to get our history accurate and correct! Thank You for sharing this video with us. ♥️🇦🇺🇳🇿💙🌻🇺🇦💪🏽

[alistairdevlin]

This was a fascinating documentary. My Great Grandfather was killed in Action in Suvla Bay and I think he also survived V Beach landing before that. He was in the 1st Battalion of the Royal Dublin Fusiliers. He is commemorated on the Cape Hellas Memorial.

[blucheer]

Awesome bit of revisioning here! Highly recommend

[blcdad]

Very well done! It explained much of the missing story of Gallipoli.

[johnharrington]

This is brilliantly presented and so informative.

[JesperGottliebLarsen]

Thank you for making this documentary about the landing, and shining light on it.

For some reason the Sound varies during dialog? But still and excelent job! Thank you.