Continuity or Change
The 'Continuity or Change' of the Anzac Legend will become our main focus and we intend use this theme which will distinguish our final product from the others.
Our topic 'Continuity and Change' focuses on how the commemoration and recognition of our fallen ANZACS has changed over time. Our project consists of several types of formats including written documents, interview footage, event recounts and photos. Our project will provide the audience will several types of ways we pay tribute to our veterans including the definition of the red poppy, Australian Rising Sun and the origins of the ANZAC day march and how these methods and symbols have been changed and restored over time.
"Continuity and Change" is the basis of John Therry Catholic High School's submission for the 2015 Anzac Day School's Award. The inspiration for our project was formed by research on previous war heroes, traditions and the foundations of the Anzac legend. Our combined understanding is that the Anzac traditions and rituals have changed over time since the initial use of the word by C.E.W. Bean. Despite this the identity of Anzac has ultimately remained the same.
We began meeting in August 2014, gathering ideas to begin working on a multimedia product. Research in the library began immediately where we discovered the unsung heroes of Australia and personal journeys of our soldiers.
Over three days in December 2014, approximately 300 students from local primary schools spent a day with our team doing activities in our various facilities. While in the history classrooms, the students learnt about the symbols and icons associated with the Anzac’s and their importance. The students were taught about the Rising Sun, Slouch hat, Poppy Flowers and Rosemary.
On February 6th 2015, the Year 10 team accompanied the Year 12 Modern History students in taking part in an excursion to the Australian War Memorial in Canberra. Here, we spent our time analysing various historical artefacts of many war conflicts and gaining insight into the hardships of the men and women who have and still serve our country.
Our continuing research into the origins and development of the Anzac legend coincided with the media saturation of commemorative events and products. The group had a discussion regarding contemporary Anzac services and whether they were an honest reflection of the stories born at Gallipoli. Have they become more of a celebration than a commemoration?
Throughout term 4 of 2014 and terms 1 and 2 of 2015, our team organised and ran many events, including the whole-school Anzac Day assembly, biscuit stall and fundraising for RSL Life care.
On Anzac Day, the Campbelltown community came together to commemorate the centenary of the Anzac Legend.
The abundance of commemorative television shows and media input in the lead up to Anzac Day had a stifling effect upon the ways in which the community viewed and appreciated the courage, mateship and strength of the Anzacs.
Our final product is comprised of an artwork, booklet and website. These formats were determined by our team in late 2014.
It’s easy for the true meaning to get lost. To the people whom it means most to; soldiers past and present, their families and widows, the Anzac identity will always endure.
Our topic 'Continuity and Change' focuses on how the commemoration and recognition of our fallen ANZACS has changed over time. Our project consists of several types of formats including written documents, interview footage, event recounts and photos. Our project will provide the audience will several types of ways we pay tribute to our veterans including the definition of the red poppy, Australian Rising Sun and the origins of the ANZAC day march and how these methods and symbols have been changed and restored over time.
"Continuity and Change" is the basis of John Therry Catholic High School's submission for the 2015 Anzac Day School's Award. The inspiration for our project was formed by research on previous war heroes, traditions and the foundations of the Anzac legend. Our combined understanding is that the Anzac traditions and rituals have changed over time since the initial use of the word by C.E.W. Bean. Despite this the identity of Anzac has ultimately remained the same.
We began meeting in August 2014, gathering ideas to begin working on a multimedia product. Research in the library began immediately where we discovered the unsung heroes of Australia and personal journeys of our soldiers.
Over three days in December 2014, approximately 300 students from local primary schools spent a day with our team doing activities in our various facilities. While in the history classrooms, the students learnt about the symbols and icons associated with the Anzac’s and their importance. The students were taught about the Rising Sun, Slouch hat, Poppy Flowers and Rosemary.
On February 6th 2015, the Year 10 team accompanied the Year 12 Modern History students in taking part in an excursion to the Australian War Memorial in Canberra. Here, we spent our time analysing various historical artefacts of many war conflicts and gaining insight into the hardships of the men and women who have and still serve our country.
Our continuing research into the origins and development of the Anzac legend coincided with the media saturation of commemorative events and products. The group had a discussion regarding contemporary Anzac services and whether they were an honest reflection of the stories born at Gallipoli. Have they become more of a celebration than a commemoration?
Throughout term 4 of 2014 and terms 1 and 2 of 2015, our team organised and ran many events, including the whole-school Anzac Day assembly, biscuit stall and fundraising for RSL Life care.
On Anzac Day, the Campbelltown community came together to commemorate the centenary of the Anzac Legend.
The abundance of commemorative television shows and media input in the lead up to Anzac Day had a stifling effect upon the ways in which the community viewed and appreciated the courage, mateship and strength of the Anzacs.
Our final product is comprised of an artwork, booklet and website. These formats were determined by our team in late 2014.
It’s easy for the true meaning to get lost. To the people whom it means most to; soldiers past and present, their families and widows, the Anzac identity will always endure.