Historical Events tagged with "dumlupınar"
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Decisive Victory at the Battle of Dumlupınar
The Battle of Dumlupınar was a major conflict during the Greco-Turkish War, which played a crucial role in the Turkish War of Independence. Fought between the Turkish National Movement forces led by Mustafa Kemal Atatürk and the Greek army, the battle commenced on August 26 and ended on August 30, 1922, in the vicinity of Kütahya, Turkey. Turkish forces executed a surprise attack and rapidly overwhelmed the Greek defenses, leading to a swift Turkish victory. This battle marked a turning point in the war, shifting the military balance in favor of the Turkish side.
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