Greek landing at Smyrna

May 15, 1919 · Aydin vilayet

Greek troops landed at Smyrna and nearby areas under Allied authorisation, occupying the city. The landing led to clashes with Turkish forces and began the Greco-Turkish War.

Greece and allies

Ottoman Empire

Strength and losses

Strength
15,000
Killed
2
Wounded
6–20
Strength
3,000
Killed
30–40
Wounded
40–60