Special Lesson: Critical Thinking Topic - Attention to Detail
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Introduction: In this special lesson plan and video, you will learn about one of history's greatest lost opportunities - the Battle of Gallipoli in 1915. What began as the war's one and only brilliant strategic move deteriorated into yet another futile trench siege. In this scene from the movie of the same name, two Australian soldiers - Archy Hamilton (played by Mark Lee) and Frank Judd (played by Mel Gibson) - are caught up in the confusion of battle as they prepare to attack the Turkish lines. Gallipoli is to Australians and New Zealanders what Valley Forge and Gettysburg are to Americans - their ultimate baptism by fire. As you watch it, consider the following points:
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Notice how small details like broken telephone lines and unsynchronized watches have such deadly consequences.
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Look at the fear in Archy Hamilton's eyes and voice and he prepares to go over the top into enemy fire. Imagine the courage it took for all of them to face almost certain death. That was the reality of trench warfare.
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