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30th August 2005Henry Hook, VC - Rededication Ceremony?
By Nick Thornicroft
Hello. It was brought to my attention some months ago that there would be a rededication ceremony at Hook's grave in Churcham, Glos., on September 3rd. Is this still the case? I have heard nothing about it since, & the local press has not picked it up.

Many thanks.
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30th August 2005Alan Critchley
I have been sent this information.

The 1879 group are planning a celebration to mark the 100 years since the death of Pte Henry Hook VC, the ceremony will be held at Churcham Church, Gloucestershire on September 3rd at 2pm, this will be the first time Hooks 2 families we have met. He was married twice.

Alan
30th August 2005Chris John
Hi
I am from the 1879 Group, and must stress it is NOT a celebration to mark his centenerary death, but more of a memorial serivce in the graveyard. It should be a spectacular day!

CJ289
30th August 2005Alan Critchley
Chris,
the details are as given by cyril bunting.

Alan
30th August 2005Nick Thornicroft
Thank you for letting me know