'Over the last decade, there has been a growing interest in Australia about the contribution made by Aboriginal men and women in times of war. Whilst
their involvement in our nation’s more recent conflicts is featured in many contemporary publications, little is known about Aboriginal service in World War I (1914-
1918), and even less about their role at Gallipoli. It is estimated around fifty Aboriginal men fought during this Campaign. The stories of those who served have
to a large extent remained untold or, in some cases, known only to the immediate families....' (Source: Introduction: They Served With Honour 2016: 8)