School visits

Education programs

The ANZAC legend

Sculpture Simpson and Donkey
Peter Corlett, Simpson and Donkey, 1915
AWM ART40993

For primary school students

Curriculum links:

Studies of society and environment

  • Investigation, communication and participation
  • Time, continuity and change
  • Culture

Objective:

To enable students to understand the nature, origin and continuing influence of the ‘ANZAC legend’ in shaping Australian identity.

The program:

Why does the ANZAC legend endure today? Discover how this legend has shaped Australian identity. Explore the characteristics and shared experiences of Australian soldiers during the First World War. What qualities did these men really share and why is their story important?

Price: $5.50 per student, minimum charge $60.50 (incl. GST)

Duration: 1 hour

Maximum number: 60 students per hour

Group size: 15

Available: Daily 9.00 am – 3.30 pm

Memorial education staff facilitate this program.