Australians fought at Gallipoli during World War I as part of the Allied campaign to secure control of the Dardanelles and open a sea route to Russia. The campaign aimed to weaken the Ottoman Empire and boost morale among the Allies. The ANZACs (Australian and New Zealand Army Corps) landed on April 25, 1915, facing fierce resistance and harsh conditions, which ultimately resulted in heavy casualties and a retreat by the Allies. The Gallipoli campaign has since become a significant event in Australian national history, symbolizing bravery and sacrifice.
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The Gallipoli landing began on 25 April 1915.
the Turks and the Germans
To prevent the Japanese capturing Port Moresby.
they weren't fighting
A smaller force than US GIs, the Australians had a great attitude, and were very good at fighting the war. The NVA/VC much preferred fighting GIs than Australians.
NVA & VC fighting US, Australians, ARVNs, ROKs, Thailand, Philipines, and New Zealanders.
Australia's view was generally in line with America's view.
In the Battle Of Long Tan the Australians were fighting the Viet Cong.
New Zealanders, British, French, Australians, Indians on the Allies side. Turkish and Germans as the enemy.
Australians were fighting on New Guinea. Don't believe any Australians were manning any of the fighter planes or dive and torpedo bombers at Coral Sea.
Australians showed their mateship everyday, whether it be giving up their ration for a fellow comrade who was sick, or running through battlefields carrying a wounded soldier. an Australian soldier is the definition of mateship. in every single way.