Churchill and the Dardanelles / Christopher M. Bell

"The story of the Dardanelles - the campaign which nearly destroyed Churchill's reputation forever. A detailed and authoritative account of the campaign's origins and execution, based on extensive archival research. Strips away the layers of myth that have long surrounded these dramatic events. Clearly shows how simple judgements about the operation - whether pro or contra - are neither possible nor fair. Reveals for the first time the secret machinations that led to Churchill's removal from office - including the high-level leaks fuelling the press campaign to drive Churchill from power. Untangles Churchill's complicated relationship with the dynamic Admiral Jacky Fisher - and Fisher's covert campaign to undermine the Dardanelles campaign. Tells the perhaps even more important story of Churchill after the Dardanelles - and his decades-long battle to defend his record over the campaign."--Provided by the publisher.