The children wave their flags as the old soldiers march in remembrance of their mates who fell in battle....
Dawn breaks softly in the mists of the new day and the war weary gather to march in remembrance of those who are no longer with us. The shadowy figures from the First and Second World War loom closely telling us again of their pain, to remind us to fight no more. They are joined by the voices of men and women from recent conflicts who gave of their lives so that our future was protected.
But have we listened to them?
Have we learned anything from their memories? I think not.
Since time immemorial, men have engaged in bloody conflicts to control land, religion, and other races. We have traveled to distant lands to subdue the peoples, to take control of vital assets to ensure our survival. In turn we must restore their serenity so that we regain our honor and peace of mind. We must enable them to establish good governance, and laws to protect all races and religions. To ignore this basic right of continued existence would surely place us all in danger…..to lose our freedom of speech and freedom of choice, forever.
Today our children gather to pay respect to those who gave of themselves so that we would remain free and secure in Australia and New Zealand. These children are proud to march with banners held high and voices strong, as they sing their national anthems. They have been taught of these conflicts by teachers and family and understand the stories told by their elders.
Daily we are bombarded by news of another conflict, another bloody battle…..these are uncertain times and we all struggle to come to terms with our uncertainties of involvement. The battle is coming closer to our shores and again we must close ranks to preserve our way of life, our freedom.
Each time we celebrate Anzac day and remember the past, our children listen to their elders’ point of view …..
One day it might be their turn to protect this country, to dedicate their lives to peace and safe passage for all people.
These words are from your heart Leonie. I lived in an outer eastern suburb of Melbourne for 8˝ months, and was there for ANZAC Day. There are no nobler causes than to stand fast against all wars, because all wars do is desolate the country and kill the people. Why? What is the reason that we as a free nation (I'm in the states), and other free nations have to inflict injury and destruction on others? I don't have an answer, but I know that wars are unnecessary, because not only do they destroy everything and everyone in its path, but it also destroys morale.
I saw a movie while I was in Australia about the ANZACS fighting the Turks. What I saw in that movie turned my stomach. While Australians maybe didn't know any better the English commanders did. You do not stand up and charge an enemy that is lying in wait for you, and you know they are there. The slaughter I saw in the movie of Anzac soldiers was enough to make my stomach turn very sour.
So I agree with Regis, that after all of these years of warfare we are no better off than we were. I guess as long as there are people in the world who feel they can dominate someone else, we will always have wars. If you ever get the chance to see it, watch the 1951 movie The Day The Earth Stood Still. This is my all time favorite sci-fi movie, because it not only has decent acting, but it also has a moral.
Thank you for sharing this reminder that we must end all wars.
May the Lord Jesus bless you, and those whom you love, and who love you, and be with you always, and at your side constantly. With much love in my heart, joy to the world, peace on earth, & ((((((((((MANY WONDERFUL SISTERLY HUGGGGSSSS)))))))))), your little sister, Barbie
It is a sad commentary on our race that, after all of the years, we are no better off in getting rid of warfare. Thank you for this story, Leonie. Love and peace to you. Regis
Beautiful, mindful story. Warfare is and will always be controversial, as it contains so many elements conflicting with any type of moral, legal and religious consciousness. I believe a country is as much protected by its cultural strength then through 'defense.'
Franz
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