WW1: Not So Quiet On The Western Front!
Jun 8, 2026 · 1 hr 7 min · 15 segments
In August, the Allies prepared for their largest offensive yet on the Gallipoli Peninsula. This was intended to be the decisive breakthrough that would break the deadlock and end the stalemate once…
Spencer JonesHost
Dan HillHost
In August, the Allies massed for their biggest offensive yet on the Gallipoli Peninsula.
It was meant to be the breakout, the bold stroke that would unstick the campaign and end the deadlock for good.
But how did the most imaginative plan of the campaign become its most bitter failure? [upbeat music]
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In August, the Allies massed for their biggest offensive yet on the Gallipoli Peninsula.
It was meant to be the breakout, the bold stroke that would unstick the campaign and end the deadlock for good.
But how did the most imaginative plan of the campaign become its most bitter failure? [upbeat music]
