This day is also used for patriotic rallies and recruiting campaigns. By the mid-1930s, rituals such as dawn vigils, memorial services, and marches became part of Anzac Day. As part of Anzac Day, a Dawn Service at 4:30 am is usually held. It was first observed at Sydney’s Cenotaph ...
but he didn’t. Instead, he spoke on the work he is currently undertaking on the Boer War (1899-1902), which coincided with Federation. His presentation focussed on the Federation celebrations held in Sydney during the first weeks of
ANZAC Day, in Australia and New Zealand, holiday (April 25) that commemorates the landing in 1915, during World War I, of the Australian and New Zealand Army Corps (ANZAC) on the Gallipoli Peninsula. Learn more about the history of ANZAC Day in this arti