CHAPTER II

THE INCEPTION

Mr. Churchill first suggests attack on Gallipoli--Russia’s appeal for aid--A demonstration decided upon--The War Council--Lord Kitchener--Mr. Asquith--Mr. Churchill--Objects of his scheme--Lord Kitchener’s objections--Admirals Fisher and Arthur Wilson--Their duty as advisers--Lord Fisher’s opinion--Admiral Jackson’s view--Admiral Carden on the scheme--War Council orders a naval attack--Lord Fisher’s opposition--He gives reluctant assent--Decision for a solely naval expedition 12