Day Eight, April 24, 2020
Tomorrow is ANZAC Day: April 25
ANZAC Day is a very special day to remember those who fought and sacrificed for our country so that we can enjoy the freedom we have today. The cost of lives and the impact on families was huge. We take time to pause and remember them.
Each year on Anzac Day, New Zealanders (and Australians) mark the anniversary of the Gallipoli landings of 25 April 1915. On that day, thousands of young men, far from their homes, stormed the beaches on the Gallipoli Peninsula in what is now Turkey. Gallipoli continues to be a focus, however, all wars and conflicts have become part of the ANZAC remembrance of those who paid the price. Our Freedom is not free - it comes with a heavy price. Let's use it for good and to lead full lives focused on being kind.
The first two weeks of distance learning has been an interesting and rewarding journey together. Thank you for engaging in your learning the way that you have. If you know you could do more, I would be happy to receive what you send in - after all, we are going into Week 3 of Term 2!
Have a great weekend - be kind, be safe, and be happy in your bubble!
(Correction: I made a mistake in my video - Alert Level 4 until Monday 11:59 pm (not Tuesday 11:59 pm as I said).
Hi Room 15. I have just felt very moved reading through all of your thoughts and research about ANZAC Day. Captain Tom certainly is an inspiration to us all, as are those who gave up so much so long ago to fight for our freedom. Thank you for sharing your work. Mrs Cammell
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