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Eric Bogle tells it all — his songs and his life

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Reflections on Anzac Day: War, Sacrifice, and Identity

In this chapter, the speaker shares personal experiences from attending their first Anzac Day march in the 1970s, illustrating its impact on their life as a migrant. They discuss the commercialization of Anzac Day, critique the glorification of war in their music, and call for a broader recognition of Australia’s potential beyond its military history.

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