Reasons to remember

There are historical facts, personal connections and emotional drivers for people to pause, reflect and give gratitude to those who have served and sacrificed for our country. Many wars, conflicts and peacekeeping missions have involved Australian men and women giving the best of themselves to honour our way of life.

Find out the history of Remembrance Day and develop your own reasons to remember.

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Discover the history of Remembrance Day

Visit the Australian War Memorial website to learn the origins of Remembrance Day.

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Explore the Stories of Service

Make a human connection with the Stories of Service which have been curated to reflect the experiences of our veterans and their families.