ANZAC. Australia and New Zealand Army Corps.
Anzac Day is a national day of remembrance in Australia and New Zealand that broadly commemorates all Australians and New Zealanders "who served and died in all wars, conflicts, and peacekeeping operations" and "the contribution and suffering of all those who have served." Originally 25 April every year was to honour the members of the Australia and New Zealand Army Corps (ANZAC) who fought at Gallipoli in 1915.
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Today I woke up early around 5:30am and marched along with Nelson's current and retired soldiers to ANZAC Park in Nelson city where we stood in the squishy, rain soaked, muddy grass. We stood in silence, listened, sung, laughed and remembered those soldiers who have given their lives for this country. After the formal ceremonies, I jumped in the car with Dad and motored down to the Nelson Suburban Club's R.S.A (Returned Serviceman's Association). I met up with one of the staff and was asked to clear the glasses, cups and the napkins. At first there was not much to clear but then 8:00am struck and it was all on, with napkins screwed up into a ball, beverages having been drunk and cups with tea stains on them. I cleared that up. In no time it was time to leave, but first I met Mr Derek Nees who is in charge of ceremonial duties and Mr Barry Pont who is the President of the Nelson R.S.A. I got a photo and had a chat, then shook both their hands numerous times. Mr Nees commented on my firm handshake!
I have attended the ANZAC parade with my family ever since I can remember and will continue to go as long as I can.
Community Service: 13.5 hours to date
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| Me taking the coffee jugs to the kitchen. |
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| More dishes going to kitchen! |
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| We Shall Never Forget Them. |
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| "Can I please take your cups?" |
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| Mr Pont and Mr Nees. |
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A Willys Jeep.
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Nice one Joshua, Lest we forget!
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