LETTERS – Nothing at memorial

Sunday, November 11, 2018, what a special day for all armed forces and past heroes of the First and Second World Wars.

At 10.40am I proceeded, along with several others, to Pinchbeck War Memorial to pay my respects and gratitude for life today.

At 11.30am still no ceremony, no minute’s silence – nothing!

Apparently the service was taking place in the church.

Not everyone wishes to attend church but we all know the date, time and location to honour
our heroes.

I along with several others feel cheated that on such a momentous occasion nothing was taking place at Pinchbeck War Memorial at the appropriate time.

For whatever reason this decision was made, for me, it was disappointing and felt disrespectful.

Great granddaughter of Cpl Harry Orbell, Royal Engineers.
Grandaughter of Samuel Orbell, 14th Army WWII.
Granddaughter of Private Stephen Guthrie 1st Btn KOYI.
Niece of GNR Terry Guthrie.
Niece of Steven Guthrie (who served in Malaya).

Moya Tyler
Pinchbeck

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