Sport and War: An Australian War Memorial Travelling Exhibition
11 July 2008 - 26 October 2008
This inspiring free exhibition explores what it means to be Australian by examining the relationship between sport and war - two key factors in our culture and national identity. Drawing on the rich collections of the Australian War Memorial, Sport and War tells remarkable stories of courage and achievement, revealing the importance of sport to Australians serving overseas, as well as the wartime experiences of some of our most-loved sporting stars.
The exhibition reflects on the shared ideals of sport and war - teamwork, physical prowess, loyalty and leadership. It shows how high-level sport was disrupted by the world wars, and how sport became part of our victory celebrations. Above all, it pays tribute to the struggles and triumphs of many Australians, both well-known and ordinary, on our nation’s battlefields and sporting fields over the past century.
