An infamous chapter of the First World War in which 11,000 Australian and New Zealand soldiers lost their lives in the Gallipoli campaign was marked at dawn today at Warwick Camp.

Members of communities from both nations joined the gathering to reflect on their sacrifice, with master of ceremonies Dylan Marshall describing the harrowing events of 1915 after 16,000 troops came ashore at what is now called Anzac Cove.

The commemoration 110 years later marked the loss of 44,000 Allied soldiers, including more than 8,700 Australians and 2,779 New Zealanders — approximately a sixth of all those who had landed on the peninsula — in the gruelling campaign that followed.

Mr Marshall added: “The Australian and New Zealand forces displayed great courage, discipline and endurance, such qualities which came to be known as the ‘Anzac Spirit’.”

He said it forged “a distinctive national identity in both Australia and New Zealand”.

The ceremony included a reading and prayers led by the Right Reverend Nicholas Dill, the Anglican Bishop of Bermuda, and addresses from the prime ministers and governors-general of Australia and New Zealand were shared.

The Governor, Andrew Murdoch, joined Minister of National Security Michael Weeks and US Consulate management officer Vanja Vukota in laying wreaths.

The Ode of Remembrance was delivered by the Governor, and the Last Post was sounded by Royal Bermuda Regiment Band Officer Captain Sheldon Fox II, followed by a minute of silence.

Mr Weeks told the gathering: “Since April 25, 1915, this day has grown into a powerful symbol of national pride and remembrance for both nations, and for those who now call Bermuda home, it continues to be a day filled with reflection and pride.”

Scott Powell, a member of the organising committee for the Anzac Day observance, said the service offered a chance for the Australian and New Zealand communities to come together.

“They have a shared heritage in this event,” he said.

“It’s a natural thing and it’s nice that we can provide it here in Bermuda, where they are away from home.”