Post by son-of-tiny on Sept 29, 2007 0:10:12 GMT
Tickets available for the Dedication of the Armed Forces Memorial
The impressive new Armed Forces Memorial (AFM) will be dedicated on 12 October 2007. The names of almost 16,000 service men and women, regular and reserve, who have been killed on duty since the end of WWII, are engraved on the vast Portland Stone walls.
3,000 tickets are now available for the families, friends and colleagues of those named to attend the ceremony, which will be attended by VIPs including senior members of the Royal Family.
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It has now been confirmed that HM the Queen will be attending as well as the Prince of Wales (Patron of AFM Trust) and Duke of Edinburgh.
Uniquely, reflected in a centrepiece of evocative bronze sculptures, this memorial also acknowledges the courage of family and friends left behind. Their enduring sacrifice is as great, and their courage as strong, as those they remember.
HRH The Prince of Wales, Patron of the Armed Forces Memorial Trust, said:
“We sometimes take for granted the expectation that our Armed Forces are professional, loyal and dedicated. In reality our expectation is far exceeded. These men and women are prepared to give their lives defending our Nation’s interests and the freedom of others and yet their sacrifice all too often goes without recognition. I personally believe we owe them all an enormous debt of gratitude for all they do.”
The AFM remembers all those killed on duty and includes members of the Royal Fleet Auxiliary (RFA) and the Merchant Navy (MN) killed while serving in direct support of HM Forces. It includes those killed in conflicts or on training exercises, by terrorist action or on peacekeeping missions. Through this memorial the Nation will honour the many sacrifices made at home and abroad.
Vice Admiral Sir John Dunt, Chairman of the AFM Board of Trustees said:
“Against all the odds, this important memorial is nearing completion. The dedication is an opportunity for the Nation to give due recognition to those who have given their lives and to those whose lives have been changed forever by their loss.
“It will undoubtedly be a moving event, and a fitting tribute to the memory of all those who have made the ultimate sacrifice on our behalf since WWII.”
A striking and emotive creation, the memorial will become an iconic structure of national significance, a focus for remembrance that will provide appropriate recognition and thanks for those who have given their lives in the service of their country since the end of WWII, and to the enduring sacrifice of those who mourn their loss.
Tickets are available by downloading an application form at www.forcesmemorial.org.uk or by ringing the ticket hotline 08457 725725
For further information on the Armed Forces Memorial or to make a donation, visit www.forcesmemorial.org.uk or contact the Armed Forces Memorial Trust, First Floor, Zone A, St Georges Court, 2-12 Bloomsbury Way, London WC1A 2SH. Registered charity No: 1100521.
The impressive new Armed Forces Memorial (AFM) will be dedicated on 12 October 2007. The names of almost 16,000 service men and women, regular and reserve, who have been killed on duty since the end of WWII, are engraved on the vast Portland Stone walls.
3,000 tickets are now available for the families, friends and colleagues of those named to attend the ceremony, which will be attended by VIPs including senior members of the Royal Family.
STOP PRESS
It has now been confirmed that HM the Queen will be attending as well as the Prince of Wales (Patron of AFM Trust) and Duke of Edinburgh.
Uniquely, reflected in a centrepiece of evocative bronze sculptures, this memorial also acknowledges the courage of family and friends left behind. Their enduring sacrifice is as great, and their courage as strong, as those they remember.
HRH The Prince of Wales, Patron of the Armed Forces Memorial Trust, said:
“We sometimes take for granted the expectation that our Armed Forces are professional, loyal and dedicated. In reality our expectation is far exceeded. These men and women are prepared to give their lives defending our Nation’s interests and the freedom of others and yet their sacrifice all too often goes without recognition. I personally believe we owe them all an enormous debt of gratitude for all they do.”
The AFM remembers all those killed on duty and includes members of the Royal Fleet Auxiliary (RFA) and the Merchant Navy (MN) killed while serving in direct support of HM Forces. It includes those killed in conflicts or on training exercises, by terrorist action or on peacekeeping missions. Through this memorial the Nation will honour the many sacrifices made at home and abroad.
Vice Admiral Sir John Dunt, Chairman of the AFM Board of Trustees said:
“Against all the odds, this important memorial is nearing completion. The dedication is an opportunity for the Nation to give due recognition to those who have given their lives and to those whose lives have been changed forever by their loss.
“It will undoubtedly be a moving event, and a fitting tribute to the memory of all those who have made the ultimate sacrifice on our behalf since WWII.”
A striking and emotive creation, the memorial will become an iconic structure of national significance, a focus for remembrance that will provide appropriate recognition and thanks for those who have given their lives in the service of their country since the end of WWII, and to the enduring sacrifice of those who mourn their loss.
Tickets are available by downloading an application form at www.forcesmemorial.org.uk or by ringing the ticket hotline 08457 725725
For further information on the Armed Forces Memorial or to make a donation, visit www.forcesmemorial.org.uk or contact the Armed Forces Memorial Trust, First Floor, Zone A, St Georges Court, 2-12 Bloomsbury Way, London WC1A 2SH. Registered charity No: 1100521.