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National Memorial Arboretum

Nice to see another memorial to "our fallen", from those little post war end of Empire fights, perhaps we will see a memorial to Aden next. Very well shot footage, Paul
 
17th Sept 2016 these three Gentlemen WW2 Vets received The Legion de Honour decoration from the French Consul. at the NMA
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dave this just goes to show that despite what some say bikers do have hearts...what a massive turnout in such bad weather..both my sons are bikers but could not attend this year due to work commitments but i will show them your video...:) thanks dave

lyn
 
thanks dave a very informative and moving video...all battles were bad but the somme was a horrific battle..so many lost in such a short space of time including my gt aunts husband...

i shall be at the NMA tomorrow for the royal mails rememberance service

lyn
 
ok dave i shall get some piccies then....yes will wrap up well...just getting over the lergy...

lyn
 
Shall be thinking of our Erdington postmen tomorrow Lyn. Feel like we got to know them a little. Viv.
 
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hi folks..despite the rain and cold weather a great turnout for the royal mails rememberance service yesterday smashing buffet lunch and entertainment under cover later on...a few pics here but i shall be posting more on the "these heroes were nearly forgotten thread" because as viv has said we feel as though we knew at least 7 of our brave fallen postmen..

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So peaceful Dave. I think this one especially is a beautiful tribute. And love the reflections in the sunlight. Viv.
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National Memorial Arboretum
Royal Air Force Police Association
and Royal Military Police
8th March 2017



 
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