1915--A year for stumbles and stalemate

Both sides strengthed their defensive fortifications during 1915 and realized that frontal infantry assaults were proving to be a difficult strategy on the Western front.   1915 saw the first use of poison gas to gain a tactical advantage in trench warfare.  Italy entered the war on the side of Britain and France and engaged in mountain warfare with the Austrians and Germans.  Little progress was made on the Italian front.

Britain along with thousands of Commonwealth soldiers attempted to take control of the Dardanelles with the attack at Gallipoli.  The Turkish army held its own and the British had to retire from the battlefield in January, 1916.

I have not visited Gallipoli but encourage others to visit.  Besides World War I sites, there are other ancient ruins to visit with historical significance.  You should seek advice from travel guides for transportation choices and accommodations.