Ottoman Empire Fights for Survival - World War I

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Kings and Generals animated historical documentary series on modern warfare the Great War and the Ottoman history during the World War I. Previously we covered the Rise of the Ottoman Empire from the humble beginnings as a small Turkic Beylik to the Fall of Constantinople 1453 covering all the major battles including () and the reign of Mehmet II (). Spring 1915 marked one of the most critical periods for the Ottoman Empire during World War I. Surrounded by enemies and challenged by internal divisions, the empire faced simultaneous campaigns across multiple fronts. In the Caucasus, Russian offensives clashed with Ottoman forces amid the chaos of Armenian resistance and mass displacement. In Mesopotamia, BritishIndian forces advanced up the Tigris and Euphrates, capturing key cities like Amara and Nasiriyya in their push toward Baghdad. Meanwhile, Persia became a battleground for influence, with tribal uprisings fueled by German agents targeting British positions. In Arabia, local conflicts and shifting alliances destabilized the region, weakening Ottoman authority. The British also struggled to maintain control in southern Arabia, where Ottoman counterattacks threatened Aden and surrounding territories. At the heart of the conflict stood Gallipoli, where Entente forces attempted to break through to Istanbul. Despite massive landings and repeated offensives, entrenched Ottoman defenses led by determined commanders halted Allied progress, resulting in heavy casualties on both sides. By summer 1915, the war had devolved into stalemate across many fronts, foreshadowing a prolonged and brutal struggle for survival.

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Video: Leif Sick

Script: Craig Watson

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