In their Words
When Charles Bean resolved to build the Memorial, he saw it as a shrine to the memory of the men and women who served in the First World War.
A century on, our Memorial is the centre of national commemoration, telling the stories of past and present service members, their families and community.
This Remembrance Day, as we commemorate the 75th anniversary of the end of the Second World War, we reflect on those who have died as a result of war, warlike operations, peacekeeping and humanitarian operations.
In their words is a collection of short films sharing personal stories of service and sacrifice from the front line and at home.
Our sincere thanks for your participation and generosity in sharing your story.
Andrew Wastell
Andrew shares his experience as a Private in the 7th Battalion, The Royal Australian Regiment.
Darrin King
Darrin shares his experiences providing assistance during the Bali bombings on 12 October, 2002.
Dave Sabben
Dave Sabben was 21 years old when he fought in the battle of Long Tan on 18 August 1966; Australia's most costly battle of the Vietnam War.
Doug and Kaye Baird
Doug and Kaye's son, Corporal Cameron Baird VC MG, was serving in the 2nd Command Regiment when he was killed in Afghanistan.
Deborah Warren-Smith
Deborah shares her experiences serving in UN Peacekeeping operations.
Nicole and Hannah Pearce
David "Poppy" Pearce was a Trooper of the 2/14th Light Horse Regiment when he was killed in action while serving in Afghanistan.
James Goldrick
James Goldrick commanded the Australian Task Force deployed to the Persian Gulf in 2002.
Derek Holyoake
Veteran Derek Holyoake was 16 years old when he was posted to HMAS Hobart during the Second World War.
Matina Jewell
Matina joined the Army at 17 years old. In 2005 she was deployed as a UN Peacekeeper to Syria and Lebanon.
Jason Safaric
Jason suffers from Post Traumatic Stress Disorder after serving in East Timor and Afghanistan.
Felix and Yvonne Sher
Felix and Yvonne share memories of their son Private Gregory Sher, 1st Commando Regiment, who was killed while serving in Afghanistan.
John Halloran
John served in the 6th Battalion, Royal Australian Regiment during the Vietnam War.