When did the event occur?
The battle for the Nek took place on the 7th of August 1915
Why/How was Australia involved?
It had Anzac trenches leading up on the ridge called “Russell’s top” which was a vital point that needed to be taken over in the Anzacs Gallipoli campaign
Significance to Australia
· Commander of the Australian Army was Alexander Godley
· 372 killed and wounded
· Was an ottoman victory
The battle for the Nek took place on the 7th of August 1915
Why/How was Australia involved?
It had Anzac trenches leading up on the ridge called “Russell’s top” which was a vital point that needed to be taken over in the Anzacs Gallipoli campaign
Significance to Australia
· Commander of the Australian Army was Alexander Godley
· 372 killed and wounded
· Was an ottoman victory