ANZAC Q&A - What animals were used at Gallipoli?

Image: Mule Gully, October 1915. Mules were used to carry stores along the beaches and up into the hills close to the front lines.

Q.   What animals were used at Gallipoli?

A.   The Gallipoli Peninsula was unsuitable for cavalry, however, a large number of horses, mules and donkeys were landed on the peninsula for use as riding, draft and pack animals. Live sheep and goats were transported to Gallipoli for issue as rations to Indian troops, who slaughtered the animals in accordance with their religious customs.

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