Remembrance Day

Remembrance Day is the day Australians remember those who have died in war.

In 1918 the armistice that ended World War I came into force, bringing to an end four years of hostilities that saw 61 919 Australians die at sea, in the air, and on foreign soil. Few Australian families were left untouched by the events of World War I - 'the war to end all wars' most had lost a father, son, daughter, brother, sister or friend.

At 11am on 11 November we pause to remember the sacrifice of those men and women who have died or suffered in wars and conflicts and all those who have served during the past 100 years. Department of Veterans' Affairs.

Without their sacrifice, we would not be here enjoying the freedom they fought for. May God bless them and their families. May we be worthy to bear the torch given to us from their failing hands. May we hold it high and never break faith with them.

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