In that moment of August 1914, Australia began our first steps out of the shadow of Empire and into the light of nationhood.
The Official Histories note that when the call to arms came, the response of Australians was ‘immediate’, ‘jubilant’, ‘unanimous’, ‘firm’ and ‘unequivocal’.
This ANZAC Day we come together as a community to reflect on the sacrifice, courage and mateship of those who have served our country in uniform since 1914.
Lest we forget.