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Krithia (3rd Battle)


Battle Name : Krithia (3rd Battle)

Date(s) : 04 June 1915

Part of : First World War , The Dardanelles , Gallipoli ,

Outcome : A victory for Turkish Forces over British, Colonial and French Forces

Summary

Hunter-Weston's final attempt on Krithia Ridge, with mainly French support made initial gains until a Turkish counter-attack on the French right re-took trenches and swept along the line driving out the Allies and inflicting another 6000 casualties.