Yesterday marked the centenary of the Battle of Gallipoli, fought mainly between ANZAC troops (from Australia and New Zealand) and Turkish troops representing the Ottoman Empire. It was a very bloody battle, and was commemorated in song by the Scottish-born Australian singer-songwriter Eric Bogle. My favourite version is this one, by Anglo-Irish folk-punks The Pogues, but there are other great versions by the author, and June Tabor, among others. In my opinion, it's the most moving anti-war song ever, a fitting tribute to the thousands slain in this battle and too many others...
All the best,
Mr Leah
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