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ANZAC Day 2010: Lest We Forget

Discussion in 'Off-Topic' started by Dale, Apr 24, 2010.

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  1. Dale

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    Neither did Australia. http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Second_Anglo-Boer_War

    Besides, we're not talking about USA, but Australian and New Zealand servicemen who died protecting the freedoms we Australians and New Zealanders now take for granted.

    Have a bit of respect. That goes for the other sepos who've insulted ANZAC Day.
     
    Dale, Apr 25, 2010
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  2. Wong512

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    Lest we forget
     
    Wong512, Apr 25, 2010
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  3. Godwynn

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    The Ottomans were going to invade and oppress Australia?
     
    Godwynn, Apr 25, 2010
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  4. classical_hero

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    It was part of a campaign to try and get Ottoman Turks out of the war, but it was always doomed to fail. AS per the History thread, naval warfare would have been a better option.

    Anyway I went to the Dawn Service. And while it is not a celebration, the event did help to give our nation an Identity is needed after just being formed. Also the fact that the war gave way to the ANZAC biscuit, is a good thing.
     
    classical_hero, Apr 25, 2010
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  5. Flying Pig

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    Salute to all diggers and kiwis past and present. Great people, and excellent soldiers.

    Just heard recently about a kiwi fighting for the crown, one James McKie. Testament to the spirit I've seen a lot amongst their people.
     
    Flying Pig, Apr 25, 2010
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  6. Communisto

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    Uh... the Japanese were sure planning to.

    Why is everyone dwelling on Gallipoli? ANZAC day is for all Aussies/NZers who have served in war.
     
    Communisto, Apr 25, 2010
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  7. Godwynn

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    The Japanese were going to invade and oppress Australia if the Australians and Kiwis didn't invade Gallipoli?
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    Please read the forum rules: http://forums.civfanatics.com/showthread.php?t=422889
     
    Godwynn, Apr 25, 2010
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  8. Karalysia

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    Karalysia, Apr 25, 2010
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  9. Communisto

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    yes, cause thats obviously what I meant/clearly stated in my post.
     
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  10. Godwynn

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    Okay, thanks for clearing that up.

    Now, why would the Japanese invade then? Wouldn't they want to invade went the Aussies and Kiwis were fighting in Gallipoli? Less troops to defend the continent then!
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  11. Karalysia

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  12. Communisto

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    u guys r so funi
     
    Communisto, Apr 25, 2010
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  13. Karalysia

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    No please, explain to us how the Galliopli landing was totally worth it for Australia.
     
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  14. Communisto

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    As i stated before I wasnt talking about Gallipoli.

    And regardless, the day isnt to celebrate military victories, it's to remember the loss of life.
     
    Communisto, Apr 25, 2010
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    EDIT: Never mind, beaten to it.
     
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  16. Dale

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    It is very disgusting to see the completely dis-respectful and spiteful comments by our so called American friends. Their complete lack of respect for our cultural beliefs and arrogance is beyond measure. But then I suppose I shouldn't be surprised, since it is America we're talking about. Moderator Action: trolling: nationality bashing
    Please read the forum rules: http://forums.civfanatics.com/showthread.php?t=422889

    ANZAC Day is NOT about the Gallipoli campaign. It is a remembrance of all Australians and New Zealanders who gave their life in the line of duty for their country. The men and women of Australia and New Zealand who died in the Boer War, WW1, WW2, Korea, Vietnam, Timor, Guinea, Peace-keeping, Afghanistan and Iraq deserve a LOT more respect from our so-called American allies than they have shown in this thread.

    Unlike Americans, we do not celebrate the destruction of another country's sovereignty, culture and people. We mourn the lost lives and the mothers, wives and children who lost their fathers.

    Moderator please close this thread since it has been soiled by the Americans, like almost everything on this planet. Moderator Action: trolling: nationality bashing
    Please read the forum rules: http://forums.civfanatics.com/showthread.php?t=422889 :(
     
    Dale, Apr 25, 2010
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  17. Godwynn

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    How do you remember the Australians that died killing the Aborigines?

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    Godwynn, Apr 25, 2010
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  18. Karalysia

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    I like the Ottomans and I disapprove of your part in contributing to their downfall.
     
    Karalysia, Apr 25, 2010
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  19. Communisto

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    So we shouldn't remember the dead of any way, ever? Or are you just being a troll?
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    Communisto, Apr 25, 2010
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  20. Godwynn

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    We shouldn't remember the veterans who defended Australia from the Japs in Turkey.
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    Godwynn, Apr 25, 2010
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