Applications are now open for the inaugural $10,000 Anzac Memorial Trustees Military
History Prize – a new annual award within the prestigious NSW Premier’s History
Awards.
Minister for Transport, Veterans and Western Sydney David Elliott said the
establishment of the award highlighted the importance of recording our military history
to honour and remember our veterans.
“Capturing our military history is vital in ensuring future generations are educated on
the service and sacrifice of Australians in armed conflicts,” Mr Elliott said.
“This prize is not only an important acknowledgement of the work which is already
being done to record the events and stories of those who served in conflict and
peacekeeping missions but also provides an avenue for that work to be shared more
widely.
“This is another step in ensuring the sacrifices of all those who have served in the
defence forces and military operations continue to be profiled as part of the nation’s
military history, so our veterans will not be forgotten.
“I encourage all historians with an interest in our military history to apply for this award
as it will help future generations learn about and understand the bravery, dedication
and legacy of our veterans,” Mr Elliott said.
The Military History Prize is for a work of non-fiction on the involvement of Australians
in wars, campaigns, battles and/or peacekeeping operations which are represented in
the Anzac Memorial’s Hall of Service.
The Hall of Service displays 100 international sites of military significance for NSW service personnel from the 19th Century to more recent military operations.
In the Anzac spirit, the Prize is open to citizens and permanent residents of Australia
and New Zealand. Entries close on 6 April with winners announced in September 2023.
he Anzac spirit, the Prize is open to citizens and permanent residents of Australia
and New Zealand. Entries close on 6 April with winners announced in September
For more information visit: https://www.sl.nsw.gov.au/awards/nsw-premiershistory-awards
