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ANZAC Day
The word ANZAC
stands for Australian and New Zealand
Army Corps
On the 25
April Australians and New Zealanders celebrate the first major
battle fought by Australian and New Zealand forces,at Gallipoli
in Turkey,during World War 1. It is a day to remember the courage
of the soldiers in this battle and the courage and sacrifice of
all men and women who have served their country in times of war.
A parade is held in many cities and towns.
Go to these sites
to read about Anzac Day
http://www.awm.gov.au/commemoration/anzac/anzac_tradition.htm
http://www.nzhistory.net.nz/war/anzacday
For teachers: a site for planning activities for early childhood
http://www.anzacday.org.au/education/childhood/default.htm
FAQs answered
http://www.dva.gov.au/commem/faq/faq.htm
updated December 2007
© [2007] kidcyber