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Thursday, March 18, 2021

Significance of WW1 - The last Post

When do you hear the song "last post"

On ANZAC day which is the 25-26 April.

Why is this song so significant/important to New Zealand?

This song is important to New Zealand because it is a way to cherish the soldiers who fought for New Zeland in the war and sacrificed their own life.

What is the history behind the last post?

The last post was first published in the 1790s.

What does this song represent?

In the military tradition, the last post is the bugle call that signifies at the end of each day. It is also played at military funerals to indicate that the soldier has gone to his final rest and at commemorative services such as ANZAC day and remembrance day.


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2 comments:

  1. Hi Mya, I like your post, its very informational and I like it. I love the pictures you used and how it's set up.

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  2. H Mya! You've done a incredible Blog-Post! I like how you've answered the questions and added pictures!

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