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What a wonderful ceremony and such marvellous weather! So pleased to see such a good turnout and everyone made so welcome. A fitting tribute to a brave man.
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Peter Ewart
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Colin
You're very welcome! It's nice to be able to add a bit to the story. There can be little doubt he was at death's door for a few weeks at least, given how many others around him were dying of the same fever. A tough man! Really glad the ceremony and the whole day went off well. And thanks also to Martin and Alan for taking and posting, respectively, this excellent picture. Looks as if this memorial will fare better and last longer. Peter |
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The Scorer
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There was a very good repport on BBC Wales News last night at 6.30pm.
It included interviews with a member of the family (whose name I didn't catch) and one of the students at Llantarnam High School, who designed the new headstone. It also included some footage of the original ceremony and shots of the parade. |
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Dewi Evans
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Dewi
Well done - excellent photo. Bill |
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Colin Fielding
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Aaarggh! Won't be able to see pic until I get home due to Company PC blocks but thank you in advance !
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Dewi Evans
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Hi Bill,
Thank you for you kind comment. I'll see if I have one of you as well Regards, Dewi |
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Dewi Evans
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Hi Colin,
Hope you like it! Regards, Dewi. |
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Alan
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Doesn't do you justice Bill.
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Bill Cainan 3
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Alan
Yes, I agree. I'm actually demonstrating the Royal Engineers slow march and how it can be done with hands in pocket, without walking into a gravestone (despite the "please keep clear" sign)- not an easy task I think you'll agree ! Dewi clearly didn't realise that he had captured this magical movement ! Colin, from the expression on his face, clearly thinks I can't do it ! And, the CO 3 Royal Welsh is pretending not to notice ! Bill |
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Peter Ewart
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Where's the RE tie then, Bill?
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Bill Cainan 3
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Peter
Zoom in and you will find it's a Regimental tie - 111 Engineeer Regiment (V) ! Bill |
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