What is Anzac Day, and why is it important for Australia and New Zealand?
by Georgia Chambers,Ewan Somerville and William Mata
Apr 22, 2024
3 minutes
People across the world, but especially in Australia and New Zealand, will mark Anzac Day on Thursday, April 25.
The poignant annual event honours Australia and New Zealand’s war dead, who lost their lives in the Gallipoli landings during the First World War.
In the UK, a service of commemoration and thanksgiving takes place at Westminster Abbey to mark Anzac Day.
Here’s everything you need to know about Anzac Day, why
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