I have attended the Remembrance Day Service at the Memorial Gates at Whitehall Recreation Ground every year since I was elected a Councillor in 2002. This year during the march past there was spontaneous applause for both those currently in active service and veterans, and I believe this was the first time that happened. Coverage of the war in Afghanistan through modern media brings to life the sacrifices that both present and past servicemen have to make and has led to a greater appreciation among the public. I was please to be there on Sunday to pay my respects.
Monday 9 November 2009
Remembrance Day Service
I have attended the Remembrance Day Service at the Memorial Gates at Whitehall Recreation Ground every year since I was elected a Councillor in 2002. This year during the march past there was spontaneous applause for both those currently in active service and veterans, and I believe this was the first time that happened. Coverage of the war in Afghanistan through modern media brings to life the sacrifices that both present and past servicemen have to make and has led to a greater appreciation among the public. I was please to be there on Sunday to pay my respects.
