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First observed in 1916, Anzac Day - 25 April - commemorates those killed in war as well as honouring returned servicemen and women. The ceremonies that are held at war memorials across the country, or in places overseas where New Zealanders gather, are rich in tradition and ritual.
New Zealand troops were part of the Allied invasion force that landed at what became known as Anzac Cove. Nearly 60% of the 8500 New Zealanders who served at Gallipoli would be killed, die from illness or be wounded.
Wounded men are evacuated from Anzac Cove by boat
New Zealand and Australian soldiers landing at Anzac Cove, 25 April 1915
Photo of the landing at Anzac Cove, Gallipoli, 25 April 1915
The landing at Anzac, April 25, 1915 - a painting by Charles Dixon