Mateship
'Mateship' is a concept that can be traced back to early colonial times. The harsh environment in which convicts and new settlers found themselves meant that men and women closely relied on each other for all sorts of help. In Australia, a 'mate' is more than just a friend. It's a term that implies a sense of shared experience, mutual respect and unconditional assistance.
Mateship is a term traditionally used among men, and it is a term frequently used to describe the relationship between men during times of challenge. The popular notion of mateship came to the forefront during the First World War.
Mateship is a term traditionally used among men, and it is a term frequently used to describe the relationship between men during times of challenge. The popular notion of mateship came to the forefront during the First World War.
Watch a part of the Gallipoli Movie:
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Answer these questions in your book:
1. How was a mate defined at Gallipoli?
2. How important was mateship in World War 1 and why was it important?
3. Describe the personal qualities you would want in a mate if you fighting at Gallipoli.
2. How important was mateship in World War 1 and why was it important?
3. Describe the personal qualities you would want in a mate if you fighting at Gallipoli.