Historical re-enactments give big crowd experience of warDOUG FIELD/STUFF Anzac in Action at Rangitata Island aerodromeA two-day Anzac event gave about 4000 people a chance to experience the sights and sounds of World War I. The re-enactments gave people a chance to immerse themselves in the period, Adams said.​Vintage car clubs also brought vehicles along, offering visitors free rides. ​"People very generously provided their time and vehicles to give the public a chance to experience these things," Adams said. After "collecting anecdotal data" she had found a lot of the people who came to the event were from Christchurch. "We see it as an event that is run by the community for the community," Adams said.

Source: Stuff April 22, 2018 04:41 UTC