The Nek, Gallipoli Peninsula, 17900 Eceabat, Çanakkale, Turkey.
The Nek, a small ridge on the Gallipoli Peninsula in Turkey, was the site of one of the most tragic encounters of the Gallipoli Campaign in World War I. On August 7, 1915, Australian Light Horse troops launched a courageous but disastrous charge against well-defended Ottoman positions. In just a few minutes, the attack led to heavy losses due to miscommunication and overwhelming enemy fire. Today, the site is a poignant reminder of the sacrifices made, with memorials and graves honoring the fallen soldiers.