The Dragons and Roosters share an Anzac Round history dating back decades, with the clash between the clubs famous for producing moments that withstand the test of time.
When the Dragons take to the field on Anzac Day, they will do so with a special Red V adorning their chest.
A Red V made of red poppies – a powerful symbol of remembrance for Anzacs and Australians, given that during World War I, they were among the first plants to grow on the Western Front, blooming across the devastated battlefields of northern France and Belgium.
Also interspersed throughout the Red V is golden wattle, famous for its ability to withstand Australia’s infertile soils, droughts, and bushfires, and for its symbolism of remembrance and reflection.
The jersey’s side panels feature two original artworks inspired by stained-glass windows at the Australian War Memorial’s Hall of Memory.
The artwork of an Australian and New Zealand soldier, both facing forward, along with a “stained glass” version of the poppy, reflects the Anzac qualities of courage, endurance, and sacrifice.
The 25th of April was officially named Anzac Day in 1916, 12 months after Australian and New Zealand soldiers formed part of the Allied expedition that set out to capture the Gallipoli peninsula in Türkiye.
Few days on the national and rugby league calendar command the respect and reverence comparable to Anzac Day.
The Red V Remembers
