Visitors Arrive in Canakkale for Anzac Day Ceremonies

Cartwright was welcomed at Canakkale Airport by Canakkale Governor Suleyman Kamci, Mayor Ulgur Gokhan and Strait and Garrison Commander Vice Adm. Mehmet Otuzbiroglu.

Costello also arrived in Canakkale was welcomed by Deputy Governor Halil Yavuz Kaya and proceeded immediately to the Akol Hotel after exchanging greetings. Cartwright and Costello will visit the green areas at the national historic park on the Gallipoli Peninsula prior to the April 25 ceremonies. Security was heightened in Canakkale with the arrival of the distinguished guests in the city.

Muzaffer Altunay / Canakkale / TURKEY