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The Significance of Anzac Day in Australia and New Zealand
TLDR Anzac Day is a holiday in Australia and New Zealand that commemorates the service and sacrifice of those who served in wars and conflicts. It has become a national celebration and a symbol of national identity for both countries, with traditions and events that highlight bravery, fortitude, and a sense of egalitarianism.
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Anzac Day is a holiday celebrated in Australia and New Zealand to commemorate an event that occurred over a hundred years ago, and it has developed its own traditions and significance over time.
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Anzac Day is a holiday in Australia and New Zealand that commemorates all those who served and died in wars, conflicts, and peacekeeping operations, similar to Memorial Day in the United States, but with specific historical reasons for its name and date.
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During World War I, Australian and New Zealand forces were sent to the Mediterranean theatre, specifically Egypt, and were later reorganized as the Australian and New Zealand Army Corps (ANZAC).
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The Gallipoli campaign during World War I resulted in a long and bloody stalemate, and was considered the worst Allied defeat of the war, with a significant loss of life for both the Allies and the Turks.
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Anzac Day, initially observed on April 25, 1916, became an official holiday in Australia and New Zealand after World War I, and served to give both countries separate identities and a national spirit characterized by fortitude, bravery, and a more egalitarian and laid-back approach than the British.
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Anzac Day saw a resurgence in popularity in the 1980s and 90s, with films like Gallipoli and visits to Anzac Cove in Turkey increasing public awareness, and it is now celebrated as a national identity in Australia and New Zealand with commemorations, sporting events, and the traditional Anzac Biscuits.
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Anzac Biscuits were an ideal food item to send to soldiers due to their long shelf life, and Anzac Day has become a national celebration in Australia and New Zealand, with the events at Gallipoli creating a national identity for Turkey as well.
