ANZAC Day

[English Bloke]

For anyone who's interested and missed this linked to thread first time around and would like a feel for what Anzac day is all about, here is a link to a 2010 visit to the Anzac day commemorations at the Australian National Memorial at Villers Bretonneaux in France.

Despite the difficulties with travel (Ash Cloud 2010) there were still over 4,000 people attending and the event was televised all over Australia and New Zealand by the Australian Broadcasting Corporation, as it is every year.

[Downunder Kilt]

Thanks for the good wishes, I'll pass 'em along to Mrs EB.

It doesn't surprise me the Turkish RSL got a big nod in Melbourne. There is a genuine warmth between the two countries who both (rightly or wrongly) hold Britain ultimately accountable.

Ever read any John Laffin? He doesn't mince his thoughts on the subject. I admire his work greatly although his critical interpretation of events is not popular up here in my bit of the world, as you can probably imagine.

I figured you may have been to Gallipoli already, most Antipodeans I know have, but thought I'd let you know one of the current options anyway on the off chance you hadn't. I've stayed at TJ's hotel and though it's a bit basic (or was when I was there) it fills the needs adequately for the budget conscious. If you're ever thinking of making a return trip, let me know and I'll try and RV with you in Eceabat for a few days. We could put our exploring boots on by day as well as maybe sink a few scoops and chew the fat in the evenings. It could be fun that. I could even provide an interpreter.

John, I have read his Butchers and Bungles book and also Anzac’s at War. Growing up in the 1920’s/30’s and having stories told to him about the Great War, then having experienced the horrors of war in WW2, he dedicated his life ensuring that the memories and horrors were never forgotten. A man to be admired for his dedication and achievments.

You never know when I will pass by that way again. "Er indoors" and I are planning on a month in the UK next year so a meet up then maybe on the cards

[English Bloke]

Always up for that. Let me know your dates as and when and we'll endevour to sort something out.

[Walter82]

Lest we forget.

As an Aussie this is the most important day of the year, remembrance of those who served,why they served, the development of our unique character, becoming a nation and mateship. My grandfather,a scot originally,left toowoomba in Queensland to fight on the western front. He never went back to Scotland or Europe after that, who would given what he and his comrades endured.
The above note on the observances is half the story as the day becomes one where people gather to share friendship and play two up. It's both a day of remembrance and of celebration of their legacy.
We will remember them at the rise and setting of the sun, lest we forget.