As the Queen led the national tribute at London, we like many other cities, towns, and villages gathered at our war memorial at 11am this morning to remember those who have fallen in conflicts, and those serving in areas of conflict. Many people were there to pay tribute.
Abingdon Town Band led the parade followed by serving soldiers from Dalton Barracks.
Many uniformed organisations followed, and veterans from WWII.
Reverend Charles Miller led the prayers at the start. At 11 the last post was played, and two minutes silence followed, at the end of which a glider flew over. Wreaths were then laid, first by the Mayor and Royal British Legion, then by other organisations – as Abingdon Band played solemn music. Finally we sang God Save the Queen.
It was significant this year that Remembrance Sunday coincided with Armistice Day – 11/11. It was also significant that two visitors representing our twin town Schongau, in Germany, were there. Also significant was that so many young people took part. I was struck by the quiet dignity of many of them during the service.
50 plus comments on this website about some poxy bit of field may have some houses built on them . I am the only person to comment on how proud we should be for courage of these men who were in a field being shot at and their friends dying round them fighting for our land and people and all your fighting for is to stop some houses being built and must of you will moan but cant find the courage to write to you council just shows the different generation of brave men and women you should feel ashamed
A good turn out and although the tree guards did obscure the view a bit the refurbished memorial area looks good.
Has anyone see the replica spitfire at Lodge Hill, it has wreath on the propeller, a nice touch.
I found the service very moving, especially seeing the vetrans and present day service personnel.
A fantastic service to remember the ultimate sacrifice. It was a pleasure to see a strong serving contingent, local cadet units and others supported by so many of the community of Abingdon.
The Dalton of our Dalton Barracks was a VC at Rourkes Drift
Sorry correctly spelt : Rorke’s Drift Mission Station