ANZAC Day

[English Bloke]

Thanks for that John. The Australian and Turkish communities now have a very strong bond, here in Australia and Turkey, born out of the respect earned for each other during those terrible times

No worries.

I went to Gallipoli a few years ago. A most sobering experience it was too although the close bond that exists between Aussies, New Zealanders and Turks was clearly evident.

I met Bryn Dolan there, he was conducting research and is one of the chaps who put together this website. My wife and I spend a fabulous day with him scrabbling about in the bush, way off the beaten track around Gully Ravine and Cape Helles looking for lost Lancastrians . A most interesting chap. I did ask him why he'd chosen to document only Officers of the campaign and not the ordinary soldiers. His response was to the effect of "You're joking aren't you?" In view of the enormity of the casualty lists I had to take his point.

I'd recommend you go if you get the chance. It's an awe-inspiring place. TJ's are a good company to start with (A Turkish / Australian husband and wife team) if you're thinking of a visit there. I went in September which was fairly busy but apparently it's mobbed around Anzac day.