While Remembrance Day is commemorated annually to mark the anniversary of the end of World War I, the day has since developed into an opportunity to thank servicemen and women, young and old, for their service.
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And for this year's Remembrance Day commemorations, the Bathurst RSL Sub Branch and the Bathurst and Districts Sub-Branch of Vietnam Veterans Association both made it their mission to highlight the service of younger veterans.
Iraq veteran Henry Jones said while the manner of service in modern conflict is different to earlier wars, the aspects of mateship and shared experience is still the same.
"While the technology, theatres and weapons have all changed, the overall camaraderie is the same, and in a weird way, defence roles highlight the best of what Australia represents," Mr Jones said.
"You want to be good at your job, but it's not for yourself, it's for your mates."
Following the main service at the Carillon, a lunch was held at the Bathurst Vietnam Veterans Memorial Park to raise awareness of Swiss 8, a charity designed to help veterans stay physically and mentally sound in their post-military careers.
Bathurst and Districts Sub-Branch of Vietnam Veterans Association secretary-treasurer Tony Walker said suicide rates among veterans are on the increase, predominately among Afghanistan and East Timor veterans.
"These younger veterans are really having to fight to restart their lives following service," Mr Walker said.
"They deserve the same level of respect, and we're trying to engage with them as they are the future of these commemorations."
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