ANZAC Day - a celebration? a rememberance? a great day off just after Easter?

[fantasticmissfi]

I was asked today why I think the attendance at Anzac ceremonies around Australia is increasing rather than dwindling, even though we are now more than 90 years away from the beginning of World War One. My answer was that I believe it is due to the resurgence of nationalism, primarily brought about since the events on September 11, 2001. I suspect

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[kaleid11]

*applauds you*

I have nothing else to add, except for a simple 'thank you' for writing what I can't express tonight. But I wholeheartedly echo each of your sentiments.

[fantasticmissfi]

Thank you.

[penelly]

thank you for posting this. :)

[fantasticmissfi]

You're welcome. :)

[kinkybanzai]

Amen

:)

[jennywindow]

You are always so eloquent! Thank-you, that nicely summed up the whole day for me.

[fantasticmissfi]

I'm glad to hear that. I thought it was a bit contentious but it seems there are quite a few people who feel the same way.

[onlywords]

I think this is the best thing I have read in regards to ANZAC Day. Thank you so much for posting it.

[fantasticmissfi]

You're welcome. I'm glad it was something you could relate to.