The Australian War Memorial: inside story
The Australian War Memorial, Canberra, 1945. AWM 100793
This program takes visitors on a virtual site study through the Australian War Memorial. Uncover the reasons why the Memorial was created, and the role of a curator. Explore various sources relating to Gallipoli and Bullecourt, in addition to the experiences of one wounded serviceman who contributed to the Memorial building.
| Duration: | 1 hour |
| Dates of delivery: | Please contact VirtualExcursions@awm.gov.au for more information. |
| Audience: | Secondary |
| Curriculum links: |
Linking to the secondary history curriculum, this program combines a site study, evaluation of sources, and a First World War battlefield investigation. |
| Maximum number: | 30 students/one class |
| Cost: | Free |
| Resources: | Teachers will be emailed a short activity for students to complete prior to the program. Links will also be provided to allow students to further investigate sources. |