Hello everyone here we at Monday and this Monday is a special one as it is ANZAC Day. A day that has come to mean more to me the older I get.
Like many my great-grandfather on dad’s side served in WW1 and my Pop (mum’s dad) served in WW11, dad’s father didn’t serve as he was a coal miner and they were needed at home.
Here are some facts about ANZAC Day.
ANZAC stands for Australian and New Zealand Army Corps. …
The Anzacs were all volunteers, there was no conscription. …
Two-up is a traditional gambling game only allowed to be played on Anzac day through pubs and clubs in Australia. …
There is no town called Gallipoli.
Anzac Day was first observed in 1916. The day has gone through many changes since. The ceremonies that are held at war memorials up and down New Zealand, and in places overseas where New Zealanders gather, are modelled on a military funeral and remain rich in tradition and ritual.
Jo-AnneRamplings 
Dearest Jo-Anne,
It ought to be remembered and preserved!
Thanks to all those that so courageously fought for the Freedom of the World, we all at times take for granted.
Yes, coal miners were essential and often they forget the mention of very hard working women who worked at home and in the factories for keeping the war supply going.
Human beings can be very strong if banded together!
Hugs,
Mariette
So true women did a bloody lot of good work during all wars
💯
thank you for this, i only had a very limited understanding of this day
You’re welcome it is a special day