I know that ANZAC remembers those who died in the first World War but here in Normandy there are many foreign graves to remind us of the losses in the Second World War. Some are in huge majestic cemeteries such as those along the landing beaches, while others pass almost unnoticed.
So it is with a small village cemetery in the heart our valley. Here lie eight young men, guests who nobody had time to get to know, but for whom space was made amongst those of the village they helped protect. The same village that has always shown them the honour and respect they deserve.
Unfortunately I can't tell you the background story to each of these young men, in the way that Millie has posted about her Uncle Johnny today. But I though it would be touching for you to see the names of these three young Australians who died in the company of five British soldiers on 12 June 1944.
Before I left I laid cherry blossom on each grave on your behalf.
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Sharon, a beautiful post and a wonderful way to remember these brave men :)
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Thank you, a beautiful post.
ReplyDeleteBeautiful Sharon
ReplyDeleteToday I watched the dawn service in Villers Bretonneux on tv. Apparently the liberation there occurred on the anniversary of Anzac Day.. on April 25, 1918...It must be so difficult for all the families who suffered loss, but more so for those whose loved ones are missing or in graves overseas.. Thank you for visiting them today .. I'm sure their families would gain comforting knowing this.. xx Julie
Sharon what a kind & thoughtful post. It brought a tear to my eye , I am very touched by you taking the time to photograph & tell a story. Thankyou
ReplyDeleteSo young to have faced the battles they did.
Karyn x
It's amazing how today brings people together from all over the world, to remember those who paid the ultimate sacrifice. We always attend the dawn service here in Brisbane, and my three teenagers are as keen as my husband and I to remember those brave souls. Thanks so much for your beautiful post, such a kind and thoughtful thing to do.
ReplyDeleteKerri xxx
Thanks, it is great to remember. And a wonderful post. God Bless!
ReplyDeleteHi Sharon.......I didn't know that was today-
ReplyDeleteit's so good of you to remember and honor the departed like that -
you were wondering what the ages of my kids were: 13(boy) 11(girl) 9(boy) 5(girl) 2(boy)
How about you?
Sharon, a thoughtful and very touching post. Thank you.
ReplyDeleteA lovely tribute, Sharon.
ReplyDeleteThank you for reaffirming the shared values that transcend national borders. A poignant reminder of the horror of war in these troubled times. Lest we forget. xx
ReplyDeleteThrough my tears of sadness I thank you for your remembrance of these loyal and brave men. May their families take condolence that we all are better off for the lives they gave. Thank you, Ann
ReplyDeletethank you ...my uncle died over France world war two...cherry blossom means a lot xxxxx my son not long home from Afghanistan ''safely'' I am a lucky very luck mum
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