Which of the following best describes the British action at Gallipoli?
A) a naval victory that cleared the Mediterranean Sea of Turkish and German ships
B) an effort to defeat the Ottoman Empire from the rear, moving up the Tigris and Euphrates rivers
C) an attempt to shore up the defense of Serbia through securing a supply line by sea
D) a botched amphibious landing in Turkey that failed to "force" the sea route to Russia
E) a campaign plagued by miscalculation and missed opportunities but ultimately allowing the British to capture Istanbul

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The British action at Gallipoli was a botched amphibious landing in Turkey that failed to "force" the sea route to Russia. The campaign was plagued by poor planning, supply shortages, and fierce Turkish resistance, resulting in heavy losses for the Allies. The ultimate goal was to use the sea route to provide aid to Russia, but this was not achieved.

Which of the Following Best Describes the British Action at Gallipoli