In that Rich Earth
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In that Rich Earth

Spend the morning with the Anzac Memorial's Senior Historian and Curator to learn about the international soils in the Hall of Service.

By The Anzac Memorial

Date and time

Tue, 7 May 2024 11:30 AM - 1:00 PM AEST

Location

Anzac Memorial

126 Elizabeth Street Sydney, NSW 2000 Australia

About this event

  • 1 hour 30 minutes

In that Rich Earth

Delve into the stories of those who answered the call to serve with our Senior Historian and Curator in this public program which reflects on the international soils located in the Anzac Memorial's Hall of Memory, each invested with memories of triumph and tragedy while reminding us of the courage, endurance and sacrifice displayed by our service personnel.

Learn why these soils represent service in Queen Victoria's name, the part men and women from this state played in the Great War and since then how Australia's professional sailors, soldiers and aviators have faced deadly conflict and how our peacekeepers have negotiated and navigated situations that have avoided hostilities in some of the most tense and tragic situations. Find out why some of the receptacles remain poignantly empty.

Join us to gain a deeper insight into why in the floor of the Anzac Memorial that rich earth will remember always the sacrifices made by Australian servicemen and women.

Frequently asked questions

Where do I need to be?

The Meeting point will be in the Hall of Service, access is via the cascade walkway located on Liverpool Street. Please arrive 5 - 10 minutes prior to the start time of 11:30am. Visit https://www.anzacmemorial.nsw.gov.au/plan-your-visit/getting-memorial for more information.

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The Anzac Memorial
The Anzac Memorial is NSW’s principal war memorial and, along with the Martin Place Cenotaph, lies at the heart of our community’s commitment to remember the sacrifices of the past. It was built and funded by the people of New South Wales, to honour those who served their country in the Great War and be a place of comfort for those who had lost loved ones. In 1984 the Memorial was rededicated to all Australians who have served in the Defence Force.