Anzac Day
Introduction and Origin –
The
word Anzac stands for Australian and New Zealand Army Corps whose soldiers were
known as Anzacs were the brave soldiers who stood, Fought and died during First
World War started in 1914, back then Australia had been under the control of
British Empire for 23 years and New Zealand for 7 years. In 1915, Australia and
New Zealand became witness to the new army of volunteer soldiers. The brave
forces went out to the Gallipoli Peninsula to claim Constantinople the capital
of the Ottoman Empire and one of Germany’s allies. The Anzacs landed on April
25th but the Ottoman Turkish defenders were ready for the attack.
The soldiers knew that winning was
impossible, Nevertheless they continued to fight for 8 months notwithstanding
the hardships ,bloodshed and the loss of over 8,ooo lives, The end of 1915
marked the end of the battle for the Anzacs. They were successfully evacuated
by the British. The story of the Soldiers THE Anzac legends who gave their
lives in Gallipoli, hit the hearts of the citizens of Australia and New
Zealand. In1916, they made April 25th the day when these heroes are
to be remembered for their sacrifices and their commitment to uphold liberty at
all costs.
Ways of celebration
–
In Australia and New
Zealand some state governments organised events to commemorate the occasion.
The most important thing that people do on this day is that they remember
Pledge “Lest we Forget”. Attending National Anzac day ceremony, listening or
reading some past present speeches making Anzac biscuits are the major
highlights of day. Bully beef, Jam, cocoa, Tea, breads are cooked and served.
People together remember the brave souls of the country and pays tribute to
them.
How kids
celebrate it?
Kids
on this day learn about the part of Australia and New Zealand in World War 1,
and World War 2.Attending various ceremonies and pay Tributes. Kids also take
battlefield tour and help in making Anzac Biscuits, make flags and Attend Dawn
service. They try knowing more about their country land.
Gifts ideas
for Anzac day-
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Lest we forget T shirt (link)
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Lest we forget mug (link)
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Red poppy mask (link)
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Anzac biscuits (link)
Books on
Anzac day –
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Meet the Aznacs (link)
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Lest we forget (link)
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Anzac Ted (link)
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Anzac day Parade (link)
Ways to wish
on Anzac day-
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“Today, we celebrate
freedom. And those that fought and died for it from many parts of the
world."
"At the going down of the sun and in the
morning, we shall remember them. Lest we forget."
·
"I have so much
respect for all the soldiers who have died fighting for my country. We will
remember them."
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It was true of Anzac Day.
And our crowd would have been proud to see our club play that way, under that
stress when one of our team went down early. Unlikely heroes stood up.
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"We remember and
thank all those who made the ultimate sacrifice for our freedom and country on
this Anzac
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"Dragged into
service by the imperial government in an ill-conceived and poorly executed
campaign, we were cut to ribbons and dispatched -- and none of it in the
defence of Australia."
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