Today, a few remaining veterans at Normandy were sharing their memories & being honoured.
In the story below, Mr Alex Penstone was only 19 when he was deployed to Normandy. Joined by Mr Harry Birdsall. According to the Daily Telegraph, “he made the journey to remember lost fellow”. The wreath (in the photo) is a symbol of those who never made it back home.
More than 150,000 soldiers from America, UK, Canada and the Commonwealth bravely went into battle to deliver a decisive blow against Nazi Germany.
I think of my own dear great-grandfather that I never knew but survived WWII.
Much respect & thanks to these elderly gentlemen who were so young going to war.
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The thing I find most poignant about such celebrations is the juxtaposition of the very old with the very young service personnel. No matter their circumstances, they all square their shoulders and lift their chins, united in respect.
ReplyDeleteThe anniversary celebrations have been well covered in the News and TV.
ReplyDeleteWe will remember them and give thanks.
All the best Jan