The Meaning Of The Bugle Calls
Many young people are mystified by bugle calls on Anzac Day
and Remembrance Day.
For this reason it has been suggested that the meaning
behind these calls is explained.
During the service there will be two bugle calls.
The first is the “Last Post”.
"Last Post" is the call sounded at 10pm each evening to inform
the soldiers that they should be inside their quarters for the night.
It signified the end of the day's activities and ushers in a period of
rest and quietness.
It is sounded at military funerals and commemorative
services to indicate that the soldier has completed his life's
work and has entered into his rest.
The second, following the reading of the Ode, and the
two minutes silence, is “Reveille”.
barracks and camps first thing in the morning to awaken
the soldiers and tell them to get up and dress.
It is also sounded at military funerals and
commemorative services to signify the resurrection
of the body after death and the awakening of
the soul into a new life.
Enjoy! Mr B.
