Valerie and William Gaynor OAM RFD, State President of the RSL, presenting books to students bound for the 2007 Premier's ANZAC tour.

Two copies of the book were destined for France: one to a primary school, the College Jacques Brei at Villers-Bretonneux, and the second to the Australia Museum next to the primary school.

Hundreds of Australian soldiers, some who were Gallipoli survivors, (and some who were soldiers from Western Australia's 11th Battalion), fought and died saving Villers-Bretonneux in 1918. Hence, this story is of interest to French children.

Books being presented in Villers-Bretonneux, France. The Mayor of Villers-Bretonneux, pictured on left, (Monsier Le Marie, Dr Hubert Lelieur OAM) receiving book that will be presented to the College Jacques Brei. The Conservateur of the Australia Museum, pictured on right, (Monsieur Jean-Pierre Thierry) receiving book for presentation to the Australia Museum. The Hon Barry House, MLC, JP, pictured in centre.

Book being presented to the Last Post Association near the Roll of Honour, Menin Gate, on Anzac Day.

Such is the significance of this story that there was much media interest in the book in the days leading up to the launch. Valerie gave several radio interviews and the book was featured in newspapers, including the West Australian. On 24th April the book was promoted on the Channel 9 news with a group of school children reading from it on the steps of the cottage.