The animals of war formed an integral part of the Flinders Island Anzac Day dawn service, with more than 200 people coming together at the Emita cenotaph.
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Flinders Island RSL secretary Judith Blundstone said the turnout was "remarkable" considering the island's population of less than 900.
"Our cenotaph sits at the top of a hill, overlooking the bay so it is quite the setting for a dawn service," she said.
"It is always a special day and an opportunity to show your respect and remember those who did make the ultimate sacrifice, but also those who returned home forever changed."
Guest speakers included councillor Sharon Blyth, who spoke about the battle of Beersheba and the famous mounted charge of the 4th Light Horse Brigade.
"I have been coming to the dawn service since my son was five, he is now 18, and I always thought - 'what about the animals'," she said.
"I know many people had tears in their eyes."
A community breakfast was provided by the Lions Club, followed by a march to the island's entertainment centre for the 11am service.