May 13, 2025
Tracking the Royal Munster Fusiliers and allied Irish regiments heroic but catastrophic amphibious assault on Gallipoli’s V Beach from the troop ship River Clyde in the face of heavy casualties and fierce Ottoman resistance. Become a member of Turtle’s History Library...
May 13, 2025
The Order of the White Feather, founded by Admiral Fitzgerald, pressured men to join World War I, sparking controversy and sacrifice. Become a member of Turtle’s History Library to access all areas, €12/year...
May 13, 2025
The Kildare man who led the Eastern Mediterranean fleet during Gallipoli, expertly managing naval operations, later becoming British High Commissioner investigating the Armenian genocide. Become a member of Turtle’s History Library to access all areas, €12/year...
May 13, 2025
The first attempt to win the Gallipoli campaign was conducted by a Royal Navy fleet that was fatally below par. Having lost his nerve shortly before the attack was due to commence, poor old Vice-Admiral Carden was relieved of his command. One third of the fleet was...
May 12, 2025
The story of a legendary Irish all-round sportsman, who captained Ireland’s rugby team, won multiple tennis titles including the 1912 Australasian Championships and Wimbledon mixed doubles, and earned an Olympic silver medal. A World War I veteran wounded at...
