November Blizzard

Where did most Turkish soldiers come from, and what kind of weather were they used to?

Where did most Turkish soldiers come from, and what kind of weather were they used to?

Most Turkish soldiers had come from areas where the weather was similar to that on Gallipoli, and many were from the countryside, making them accustomed to spending long days outside.

hat advantage did Turkish soldiers have in terms of food?

The Turkish soldiers had access to fresh vegetables and other farm products because they were on high ground and did not have to deal with flooded trenches like the ANZACs.

What was the ANZACs' concern regarding the weather as winter approached?

The approaching winter and the risk of frostbite and blizzards were major concerns for the ANZACs as the conditions worsened.

What severe weather event occurred in November?

A blizzard occurred in November, which brought severe cold and challenging conditions for the soldiers.

What were the temperature conditions like in Gallipoli during April and May?

In april and may day tempratures were mild but nights could be cold.

What happened on November 27 that affected the ANZACs?

he snow that fell the next morning collapsed the roofs of bivvies and turned everything white, with icicles hanging from the trenches.

What were some of the consequences of the snow the next morning?

Moving on the slushy tracks was difficult due to the cold weather and the snow, making it challenging for the soldiers to navigate.

What challenges did soldiers face when moving through the snow?

The challenge with the slushy tracks was that they were hard to move on, which made it difficult for soldiers to traverse the muddy and wet terrain.

What issue did machine guns encounter due to the cold weather?

the machine guns could not fire because the water in their jackets froze, so the soldiers had to thaw them out to get them working again.

What did prepared soldiers use to prevent frostbite?

Prepared soldiers rubbed whale oil on their body to avoid frostbite.

What were sentries wearing to protect themselves from the cold?

Sentries put on every piece of clothing they could to protect themselves from the cold,

What reward did soldiers receive after their duty?

rum

What did British soldiers find down at Sulva?

sentries frozen to death