Helles Collection

Medal - 1914 / 15 Star Awarded to 457 Private Andrew Loan
Medal - 1914/15 Star. Awarded to 457 Private Andrew Loan, 8th Btn. Cameronians (Scottish Rifles) - K.I.A. 28th June 1915 in Gallipoli at the Battle of Gully Ravine. Remembered on the Helles Memorial

Indian soldiers in trench, Gallipoli, 1915.Photograph by Reggie Savory, 1915.Sikh soldiers of 29th Indian Infantry Brigade rest in a trench, probably in the Cape Helles area

The French Cemetery at Cape Helles, Dardanelles
he French Cemetery at Cape Helles, Dardanelles. Date: 1923

The British Cemetery at Cape Helles, Dardanelles. Date: 1923

V Beach at Cape Helles, Gallipoli, Dardanelles, Turkey. The landing at Cape Helles was part of the amphibious invasion of the Gallipoli peninsula by British

V Beach Cemetery - near Cape Helles, Gallipoli, Turkey
V Beach Cemetery in 1925 - a Commonwealth War Graves Commission cemetery located near Cape Helles, Gallipoli, Turkey. The cemetery was brought into use shortly after the landing at Cape Helles at

Heavy artillery in action on cliff, Helles, Gallipoli, WW1
Heavy artillery (a 60-pound battery) in action on top of a cliff at Helles, Gallipoli, during the First World War. Up until July 1915 there were only eight of these guns in action at Helles

French artillery at Gallipoli WWI
French 9.2inch French gun at Caesars camp, Helles at Gallipoli during World War I

Y Beach at Gallipoli WWI
Y Beach and the coast, looking south to Cape Helles in the distance during World War I

Resting soldiers at Gallipoli WWI
A shell from an Asiatic Annie bursting in the sea. Men resting on the beach road from Cape Helles to Gully Ravine, under shelter of the cliffs at Gallipoli during World War I

Communications trench at Gallipoli WWI
Sandbag wall across gully used as main communication trench at Helles, Gallipoli during World War I

British warships and transports WWI
British warships and transports of Cape Helles during World War I in Gallipoli

HMS Goliath, 1907
Photograph of HMS Goliath, a Canopus Class battleship of 12, 950 tons, launched in 1898. She was sunk in May 1915, off Cape Helles, Dardanelles, with the loss of most of her crew

Ww1 / 1915 / Gallipoli Clyde
The steamer River Clyde, at beach V, one of five points at Cape Helles where British forces were landed on 25th April

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"Helles: A Glimpse into the Valor of WWI" In 1914, Private Andrew Loan was bestowed with a prestigious medal, the 1914/15 Star Award. This recognition symbolized his unwavering courage amidst the chaos of war. As we delve into history, we witness Indian soldiers entrenched in Gallipoli during 1915. Their determination and resilience are etched on their faces as they face unimaginable challenges. The French Cemetery at Cape Helles stands as a solemn testament to the sacrifices made by countless brave souls during the Dardanelles campaign. Each gravestone tells a story of heroism and selflessness that will forever be remembered. Adjacent to it lies The British Cemetery at Cape Helles, where rows upon rows of white headstones silently honor those who fought valiantly for their country's cause. Their memory lives on through these hallowed grounds. V Beach at Cape Helles serves as a poignant reminder of the intense battles that took place in this region during Gallipoli. It witnessed both triumphs and tragedies, leaving an indelible mark on history. Nearby rests V Beach Cemetery - a final resting place for many fallen soldiers who bravely faced adversity in Gallipoli's unforgiving terrain. Here lie unsung heroes whose sacrifice contributed to shaping our world today. The thunderous roar reverberates through time as heavy artillery comes alive on cliffs overlooking Helles during World War I. These powerful weapons were instrumental in shaping key moments throughout this tumultuous conflict. French artillery played its part too, providing crucial support to allied forces fighting gallantly at Gallipoli during WWI. Together with their comrades-in-arms from different nations, they formed an unbreakable bond forged by shared hardship and camaraderie. Y Beach witnessed its fair share of bloodshed and valor during the battle for Gallipoli in WWI.