Gallipoli and the Western Front: The Spirit of the ANZAC - 28 September 2011

Jean McAuslan, Manager of Exhibitions and Collections at the Shrine of Remembrance, will share her insights into her recent tour of First World War (1914-18) sites of commemoration in Gallipoli, Belgium and the Somme Valley.  Jean accompanied year 9 and 10 recipients of the 2011 Spirit of ANZAC prize.  At Gallipoli they shared the chill conditions experienced by the original ANZACs on 25 April 1915 and the Dawn Service at Villers Brettoneux in France. Jean will speak about the enriching experiences of this special trip in which all learnt under the guidance of Professor Bruce Scates and through the eyes of young Australian secondary students.