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NewtonianAlch
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Fellow Aussies, Kiwis and Turks.
Lest We Forget!
Lest We Forget!
What is ANZAC Day and its significance?
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In summary, a conversation among Aussies, Kiwis, and Turks pays tribute to fallen soldiers from the past with the phrase "Lest we forget." These soldiers were young and brave, and their sacrifices should never be forgotten. The conversation also highlights the importance of passing on the history and lessons of war to future generations. Resources are shared for further commemoration of these soldiers.
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Adyssa
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They went with songs to the battle, they were young.
Straight of limb, true of eyes, steady and aglow.
They were staunch to the end against odds uncounted,
They fell with their faces to the foe.
They shall grow not old, as we that are left grow old:
Age shall not weary them, nor the years condemn.
At the going down of the sun and in the morning,
We will remember them.
Lest we forget. :)
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Straight of limb, true of eyes, steady and aglow.
They were staunch to the end against odds uncounted,
They fell with their faces to the foe.
They shall grow not old, as we that are left grow old:
Age shall not weary them, nor the years condemn.
At the going down of the sun and in the morning,
We will remember them.
Lest we forget. :)
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chiro
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It's important that we really don't forget so that the next generation is aware of what those soldiers went through and hopefully that people realize not only what these people did for their country and the people that actually sent them to war, but also what war is really like which is something that absolutely tears apart the minds and the bodies of the soldiers that participated.
I don't know of many people personally that would walk into almost certain death the way many of these people did for anyone more than their wife or kids, let alone their country and to protect an idea of any sort.
Lest we forget.
I don't know of many people personally that would walk into almost certain death the way many of these people did for anyone more than their wife or kids, let alone their country and to protect an idea of any sort.
Lest we forget.
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Astronuc
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In memoriam -
http://www.awm.gov.au/commemoration/anzac/
http://www.awm.gov.au/commemoration/anzac/anzac_tradition.asp
http://wwi.lib.byu.edu/index.php/In_Memoriam_-_The_Last_Anzacs
http://www.awm.gov.au/commemoration/anzac/
http://www.awm.gov.au/commemoration/anzac/anzac_tradition.asp
http://wwi.lib.byu.edu/index.php/In_Memoriam_-_The_Last_Anzacs
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fuzzyfelt
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FAQ: What is ANZAC Day and its significance?
What is ANZAC Day?
ANZAC Day is a national day of remembrance in Australia and New Zealand that commemorates the sacrifices and contributions of the soldiers who served in the Australian and New Zealand Army Corps (ANZAC) during World War I.
When is ANZAC Day?
ANZAC Day is observed on April 25th every year, which marks the anniversary of the landing of ANZAC troops on the Gallipoli Peninsula in 1915.
Why is ANZAC Day important?
ANZAC Day is important because it is a time to honour and remember the brave men and women who fought for their countries and to reflect on the impact of war on individuals, families, and communities.
How is ANZAC Day celebrated?
ANZAC Day is typically observed with ceremonies and parades, including the laying of wreaths, playing of the Last Post, and a minute of silence to remember the fallen. Many people also attend dawn services and participate in the ANZAC Day march.
Are there any traditions associated with ANZAC Day?
Yes, ANZAC Day is associated with several traditions, including wearing a red poppy, which symbolizes the blood shed by soldiers, and baking and eating ANZAC biscuits, which were sent to soldiers during World War I. It is also common to attend a game of Two-up, a traditional Australian gambling game played on ANZAC Day.