Lapel Pin – Dawn of Respect Rising Sun

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On 25th April, 2016 we commemorate 100 years observance of commemorations to remember Gallipoli and all who have served our nation since.  It is our tradition to stand in respect at dawn and bow our heads to those who serve our nation.  In the Centenary of the Great War – we remember.

The Australian Imperial Force arrived on the Western Front in March 2016. In July our Gallipoli veterans and new troops alike fought at the battles of Fromelles (19-20th July) and Pozieres (23rd July – 7th August). At Pozieres alone Australian losses – around 6,800 men, were comparable to the entire Gallipoli campaign.

In 1916 some 40,000 Australians were killed or wounded on the Western Front in France and Belgium.  By wars end in November 1918 approximately 132,000 had been wounded and 46,000 had lost their lives.