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Apr 24th, 2009 - XinHua

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CANBERRA, April 25 (Xinhua) -- Tens of thousands of people, including Australian Prime Minister Kevin Rudd and Governor-General Quentin Bryce attended Australian and New Zealand Army Corps (ANZAC) Day dawn services in Australia on Saturday.

The traditional service commemorated the 94th anniversary of Australian and New Zealand troops landing at Gallipoli during World War One.

"Today we remember the courage and patriotism of men and women who have resisted oppression and fought for freedom, we thank you for the gift to us and.

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