ANZAC Day commemorates Australian and New Zealand soldiers who fought in wars. It is held every year on April 25th to honor those who died fighting, especially during World War I at Gallipoli. The day was officially named ANZAC Day in 1916. ANZAC now represents all Australians and New Zealanders who served in World War I. Many schools in Australia and New Zealand have a white obelisk soldier's memorial to honor former students who died in wars.