The evacuation of the last Australian troops from Gallipoli was a pivotal moment in the Gallipoli Campaign during World War I. The campaign, intended to secure a sea route to Russia and knock the Ottoman Empire out of the war, faced numerous challenges from the outset. Beginning in April 1915, Allied forces, including Australian and New Zealand Army Corps (ANZAC) troops, landed on the Gallipoli Peninsula but encountered fierce resistance from the Ottoman Army. The conditions were harsh, with trench warfare, disease, and a lack of supplies leading to substantial casualties over the months. After months of stalemate and significant losses, the decision to evacuate was made in late 1915. The operation took place over several nights, with troops withdrawn under the cover of darkness to minimize enemy detection. The Australian troops completed their evacuation by December 20, 1915, leaving the battlefield that had been marked by bravery and sacrifice. This marked the end of a costly campaign for the Allies and shifted military efforts into other theaters of the war as they reassessed their strategies in dealing with the central powers.