Australia Honors Anzac Day to Pay Tribute to the Fallen
There were over 40,000 people at the dawn service in Melbourne, followed by about 10,000 participating in the march.
Veterans across Australia marched as citizens remembered the fallen in wars and conflicts. In Canberra, more than 1,000 veterans marched after a dawn service attended by 32,000 people. In Melbourne, over 40,000 people attended the dawn service with 10,000 joining the march. In Sydney, more than 10,000 observed the service while 8,000 serving members and veterans marched.
At the dawn service, Army chaplain Phil Riley honored the Anzac legend, and a RAAF flyover in Canberra marked the occasion. Vice Australian Defence Force chief David Johnston urged Australians to remember those who mourn on Anzac Day, and Navy Commander Kylie Schulstad paid tribute to her fellow service members. Australians also gathered at memorials around the world to remember Anzac forces.
“Anzac Day has never asked us to exalt in the glories of war,” said Prime Minister Anthony Albanese at a dawn service in Papua New Guinea. More than 1600 people commemorated at Anzac Cove in Gallipoli, while almost 2000 remembered the fallen at the Australian National Memorial in France. Defence Minister Richard Marles and Opposition Leader Peter Dutton paid tribute to fallen Anzacs, emphasizing bravery, mateship, and sacrifice.
Opposition defence spokesman Andrew Hastie highlighted the importance of honoring the brave soldiers who defended Australia. As Australians reflect on Anzac Day, they remember the sacrifices made for their freedom and prosperity.
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