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2.1 Introduction

<p>Anzac Beach, Gallipoli, 1915</p>

Australian War Memorial H0357

<p>Anzac Beach, Gallipoli, 1915</p>

The First World War lasted from 1914 to 1918.

There were 11 major areas, or fronts, where it was fought.

Australia fought at five of these fronts. 

In this investigation you can discover where the Australians fought, and what one major front, Gallipoli, was like.

Investigation 2.2

Where the war was fought

Investigation 2.3

What do you know about Gallipoli? Quiz

Investigation 2.4

1915 Why was Gallipoli significant for Australia?

Investigation 2.5

What was the ANZAC soldiers’ experience of fighting at Gallipoli?

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