How we know what happened at Gallipoli

Who was Malcolm Ross, and what role did he play in the war?

Malcolm Ross was indeed an official war correspondent.

Why were war correspondents not allowed to go into battle?

British authorities ruled that war correspondents like Malcolm Ross were not allowed to go into battle, as the Germans would target important figures.

What was the objective given to the ANZACs during this attack?

The ANZACs were instructed to capture the village of Krithia

How did ANZACs protect themselves from the intense Turkish fire?

ANZACs used shovels to protect themselves from the intense Turkish fire.

What was the result of the attack in terms of territory gained and casualties suffered?

The Allies only managed to gain 500 yards at the cost of 6,500 casualties, including 800 New Zealanders.

What happened to the diaries taken from dead ANZAC soldiers?

The Turks would examine the diaries taken from dead ANZAC soldiers and send any valuable intelligence to their units.

Why did men bring handheld cameras to war?

Handheld cameras had just been introduced before the war, allowing soldiers to document their experiences in Gallipoli.

How did Sir Ian Hamilton show his appreciation for the ANZACs' bravery?

Sir Ian Hamilton expressed his appreciation for the ANZACs' courage by issuing a statement after the attack, commending their bravery.