Laurel Wreaths for Anzac Day

The use of wreaths,especially constructed from Laurel Leaves continues a tradition that dates back to antiquity. The Greeks gave a wreath of Laurels to winners in the Pythian games and beginning in 776BC to victors in the Olympic Games. The most favoured origin for the practice is rooted in Greek Mythology. The Romans adopted the laurel wreath and its association with success,placing them on the heads of successful military generals during a triumph.A public celebration in ancient Rome to welcome a returning victorious commander and his army. War often incorporate a laurel wreath as part of a commemorative� embellishment,and fresh wreaths containing laurel may be placed on memorials by dignitaries on important days such as Remembrance Day and Anzac Day.The fact that the tree is an evergreen is further symbolic suggesting fidelity to the memory and recognition of sacrifice made by the nations youth.Red poppies are included in memory of the� fields where the battles took place. Rosemary is also used as a symbol of remembrance. Boydita Flowers Delivered can�customize a Laurel Wreath to include your club or school colours including a least we forget ribbon. �