Centenary Commemoration service in Be’er Sheva Israel

On Tuesday 31 October 2017, the Australian Defence Force participated in a a joint Australian/New Zealand commemorative service at the Park of the Australian Soldier in Be’er-Sheva, Israel, to honour those who fought in the Battle of Beersheba in 1917.
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and New Zealand Governor-General Dame Patsy Reddy as well as Australia's Prime Minister Malcolm Turnbull were in attendance.
Prime Minister Turnbull said the anniversary of Beersheba was an opportunity to pause and reflect on the nature of military service and the sacrifices made on our behalf in defence of our nation and values.
"As Australia marks the Century of Service, we also honour the memories of more than 102,000 Australians who have died in defence of our nation and we pay our respects to everyone who has served in our military," he said.
Australia’s Federation Guard provided a catafalque party as well as flag and wreath orderlies at the commemorations service, while members of the Australian Army Band provided musical accompaniment.
An Australian Army rabbi and Army chaplain presided.



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