Ben Roberts-Smith delivers Anzac Day message after surprising crowds at the Currumbin dawn service
Australia’s most decorated living soldier and accused war criminal Ben Roberts-Smith has delivered his Anzac Day message. WATCH
Victoria Cross recipient Ben Roberts-Smith has delivered his Anzac Day message, declaring it was “not about one individual, battle or war”.
“Anzac Day is, and always has been, a sacred day within the Australian culture,” he said.
“It is so because it provides an opportunity for Australians to reflect and commemorate on the service and sacrifice of those who are willing to fight for our beloved way of life.
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“Anzac Day is not about one individual, or an individual battle, or even a war. It is about acknowledging those that, when asked, answered a nation’s call to defend this country in the hope that they were making it a better place.
“This Anzac Day, I would like to thank all of the servicemen and women, the veterans and their families, and the families of those who have made the ultimate sacrifice.
“Australians are grateful for your service, they will remember you, so I would urge you to always be proud of your service, and remember that it is your actions that have helped make this country the great nation that it is.
“Lest we forget.”
The decorated veteran surprised crowds by attending the dawn service at Currumbin.
He is on bail accused of war crimes murder, but received cheers and handshakes at the service honouring soldiers past and present.
