Six high school students across NSW will have the chance to visit historic WWII sites in Japan and Hawaii as part of the ClubsNSW Premier's WWII Memorial Tour.
Premier Dominic Perrottet said in order to secure this trip of a lifetime high school students can submit a 1000-word essay which answers the question 'Are the lessons of WWII still relevant today?'
"Six students will be given the opportunity to visit the sites of some of the most defining moments in World War II history." Mr Perrottet said.
"I'm encouraging Year 11 students aged 16 and 17 to submit a 1000-word essay detailing how the lessons of World War II are still relevant today."
Minister for Transport and Veterans David Elliott said this initiative will see successful students embark on an 11-day tour of historic WWII sites in Hiroshima, Japan and Pearl Harbor, Hawaii.
"The attack on Pearl Harbor and atomic bombing of Hiroshima are two of the most pivotal moments in the Second World War." Mr Elliott said.
"The ClubsNSW Premier's WWII Memorial Tour will provide opportunities for students to develop their knowledge and understanding of the history of World War II."
ClubsNSW CEO Josh Landis welcomed the launch of the ClubsNSW Premier's WWII Memorial Tour, and said ClubsNSW is proud to teach a new generation about significant moments in history.
"This is a fantastic opportunity for high school students to revisit a defining moment in our history and learn about the contributions and sacrifices made by those on the front line," Mr Landis said.
"Clubs and the veteran community are intrinsically linked and ClubsNSW is incredibly proud to support this program. I call on all our member clubs to encourage their local students to submit an essay for a chance to be selected for this exclusive overseas experience."
The group will depart Sydney on Thursday 21 July and return on Sunday 31 July. Year 11 students must be aged 16 or 17 to submit an essay via the ClubsNSW website, here. Entries are open now until 5pm on 13 June 2022.
