This is the time of year when we remember both the contributions and sacrifices of men and women in times of conflict - particularly the two world wars. On Armistice Day, I attended the Ceremony of Remembrance at County Hall in Oxford. The date this year of 11.11.11 seemed to make it even more significant.
Today, I went to the Remembrance Sunday Service at Grove Parish Church. It is always great to see the Beavers, Cubs, Rainbows and Brownies march to the church and fill it with their brightly coloured uniforms. As usual, Professor Gary Sheffield provided some interesting insights into the conflicts and their relevance to Grove. One thing he pointed out was that the gate pillars at the entrance to St. John's church (see left and right photos above) are memorials to two soldiers. I must admit, until today, I had never paid them close attention and passed them many times without realising their relevance. This afternoon, I also attended the short ceremony at Grove Cemetry for members of the 9th USAAF and other allied servicemen from Grove who lost their lives.
Today, I went to the Remembrance Sunday Service at Grove Parish Church. It is always great to see the Beavers, Cubs, Rainbows and Brownies march to the church and fill it with their brightly coloured uniforms. As usual, Professor Gary Sheffield provided some interesting insights into the conflicts and their relevance to Grove. One thing he pointed out was that the gate pillars at the entrance to St. John's church (see left and right photos above) are memorials to two soldiers. I must admit, until today, I had never paid them close attention and passed them many times without realising their relevance. This afternoon, I also attended the short ceremony at Grove Cemetry for members of the 9th USAAF and other allied servicemen from Grove who lost their lives.
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