Canowindra Anzac Day guest speaker chaplain Amanda Campbell spoke of these qualities and values during her Anzac address to Canowindra.
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Speaking about the service of a relative, she referred to only as Percy, during World War I, chaplain Campbell told residents of Canowindra she couldn't be more overwhelmed by the enormity of his service and the services of others.
"The courage displayed by Percy (her relative) and countless others from a very young age is nothing short of awe inspiring," Ms Campbell said.
"They embarked on perilous journeys face with uncertainty and danger, all in the service of something greater than themselves.
"And through war bonds of mateship were formed, stronger than steel, enduring the hardship and adversity that they faced.
"Mateship has become a cornerstone of our Australian identity, a testament of our collective strength and resilience.
"And as we gather to commemorate Anzac Day today we pay homage to those brave souls and those that continue to serve and those that lay down their lives for our nation.
"But our remembrance extends beyond the fallen heroes to include those who continue to bear the invisible scars of war and those that continue to serve and have served previously.
"There sacrifice both seen and unseen are etched into the fabric of our history reminding us of the true cost of freedom.
"Today isn't a celebration of war, it's a time where we can stand together to remember the sacrifices."