This book assesses the many myths that have emerged about Gallipoli and provides definitive answers to questions that have lingered about the operation.

The origin of the naval offensive -- From ships to troops -- The worst-laid plans -- The rise and fall of the naval attack -- No going back -- The military plan -- Bodies everywhere: The Helles landings -- A perfect hail of bullets: Landing and consolidation at Anzac -- The killing fields of Krithia -- Last throw in the South -- The plans of August -- The assault on Sari Bair -- Suvla Bay: The scapegoat battle -- "War as we must": The political debate -- A campaign not won -- Reflections on Gallipoli.