A time to remember
03 November 2009
RSL Queensland is urging students to pay their respects to those who have died in war this Remembrance Day, November 11.
Already school children throughout the state are donating their time and resources to support serving and ex-serving Australian defence personnel.
A group of Brisbane students from Runcorn State High School have forged relationships with a group of veterans.
Runcorn State High teacher Leah Wells said Remembrance Day would hold a new meaning for her students this year.
'They truly understand what it means to fight for our country and they will spend the day paying their respects with their friends, the Veterans of Cazna Gardens Retirement Village,' Ms Wells said.
'They have been touched by their stories, built friendships and will forever hold a place in their hearts for the people and what they have done for us.'
RSL (Queensland Branch) president Doug Formby said the RSL was mindful of the youth of Australia's role in ensuring the spirit of commemoration was never lost.
'Older generations will be passing the torch sooner or later so we must engage youth in commemorations,' Mr Formby said.
'Remembrance Day is a time to reflect on the sacrifices of all war campaigns and on those wars that are still being waged.'
To involve your class in Remembrance Day commemorations or to sell poppies, phone the RSL on 134 775.
This year the RSL has launched its digital poppy wallpaper for mobile phones which is available to buy online 
About 3300 Australian Defence Force personnel are deployed in 13 overseas operations, protecting Australia and its national interests - an additional 500 are safeguarding the country's borders.
More than 102,000 Australians have died in war - 12 personnel since Australia's commitment to the Middle East in 2001.
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