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Fantastic to sit down with @JSinghSohal OBE VR to discuss his crucial work across the UK and internationally!

[Jay Singh-Sohal OBE VR @JSinghSohal]

What does it mean to be seen, remembered, and honoured? I discuss this and the importance of representation in military history with the fantastic team on the Story Behind the Stone Podcast:
https://t.co/upAkwmFALG via @YouTube @memoryanchorinc @SikhsAtWar

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@1940Andy @sommecourt @guidltours We’re blushing over here — thank you for checking it out!

May we also recommend the new For Evermore app powered by (brand new!) memory anchor technology under the bonnet, with a select 75 sites available.

Link is here: https://t.co/b81pYMLnpF

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Congratulations to the @CWGC team and the @DCMS on their groundbreaking interactive digital exhibition!

[Stephanie Peacock MP @Steph_Peacock]

I was pleased to join the Commonwealth War Graves Commission’s For Evermore Tour which is travelling the country to commemorate VE/VJ80.

This is an interactive exhibition, helping visitors learn more about those who served in WWII & the civilians who supported the war effort.

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At just 16, Magnus lied about his age to enlist in WWI. He was killed near Loos in 1916 and was the first of 3 Mackay brothers lost in the war. His story is featured in Somewhere in Blood Soaked France. 🌿 #LestWeForget #WWIHistory #SoldierSpotlight

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"I HAVE ONLY DONE MY DUTY AS A MAN IS BOUND TO DO"—Private John Gill's inscription reflects the ideals of duty & sacrifice, but it’s “Gibbie” that makes it personal. Chosen by his father, this single word reminds us he was more than a soldier—he was loved.

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Nearly 3,000 WWI soldiers rest here, many lost in the Battle of Loos (1915). Established by the Canadian Corps, it later received graves from nearby cemeteries. With two-thirds unidentified, it stands as a solemn tribute. Swipe to learn more. #LestWeForget

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Paul Lapointe, a Royal Canadian Engineer, longed for news from home. In this letter to his wife, he shares his frustration over missed messages, the joy of receiving a parcel, and his love for family. Swipe to read & remember. Download the Memory Anchor app.

#TelegramTuesday

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A son, husband, and soldier from Shediac, NB, Private Taylor served in the New Brunswick Rangers before making the ultimate sacrifice at 29 years old on August 14, 1944. Find his story and more by searching Bretteville-sur-Laize on the Memory Anchor map. 🌿 #LestWeForget

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After D-Day, Canadian forces fought to capture Caen and close the Falaise Gap. 2,958 soldiers rest here, most Canadian, with 87 unidentified. Their sacrifice paved the way for liberation. #LestWeForget #WWIIHistory #Normandy #CanadianForces #NeverForgotten

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Private Alfred Fieldhouse wasn’t just a soldier, but a father, deeply missed. His family's inscription at Tyne Cot reminds us that war’s impact stretched across generations. Swipe for information on a virtual tour.

#LestWeForget #TyneCot #WWIHistory #WarGraves

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Telegram Tuesday: Before Daniel Serrick fell in Italy, he wrote to his sister—one of the few records of his journey from Dunkirk to the First Special Service Force. His words live on. Swipe to read. #TelegramTuesday #LestWeForget #WWIIHistory

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Eric Fletcher Waters, father of Pink Floyd’s Roger Waters, was a WWII pacifist turned soldier. He joined the British Army’s 8th Battalion Royal Fusiliers & was killed at Anzio on Feb 18, 1944. His body was never found, but his sacrifice lives on. #WWII #Anzio #cwgc

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The Battle of Iwo Jima (Feb 19-Mar 26, 1945) was one of WWII’s bloodiest fights. The U.S. Marines faced brutal combat. The iconic flag-raising on Feb 23 symbolized resilience, but the battle raged on. A high cost for a critical victory. #WWII

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Tyne Cot Cemetery – the largest Commonwealth war cemetery. A key site in WWI, including the Battle of Passchendaele (1917). Now the resting place for 11,961 soldiers, with the Tyne Cot Memorial honoring 35,000+ missing. A solemn reminder of sacrifice. #LestWeForget #WWI

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From grocer to war hero, Walter “Wally” Brown earned the Victoria Cross in WWI for bravery at Villers-Bretonneux. In WWII, he re-enlisted & fought in Singapore. When it fell in 1942, he refused to surrender: "No surrender for me." He was never found. #LestWeForget

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On Feb 15, 1942, Singapore fell to the Japanese. 80,000+ Allied troops were captured, many never returning home. Today, we honor Elaine Balfour-Ogilvy & Walter Brown for their sacrifice.

📍 Visit Virtually: Scan the QR code on the last slide. #LestWeForget #FallOfSingapore

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In 1941, Joseph MacMillan left his wife & son to serve aboard H.M.C.S. St. Croix. In Jan 1943, he wrote home, sharing hope & longing. Months later, on Sept 20, 1943, his ship was torpedoed, and he was lost at sea. He is honored on the Halifax Memorial.

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On June 6, 1944, British airborne forces secured Ranville, marking the first liberated village in France. Today, 2,236 Commonwealth soldiers rest in Ranville War Cemetery, a lasting tribute to their sacrifice. #LestWeForget #Dday #WWII #CWGC

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On D-Day, Pvt. Emile Corteil & his dog Glen parachuted into France with the 9th (Essex) Para Bn. Both were killed & now rest in the same grave—

"Had you known our boy, you would have loved him too."

#Dday #WWII #LestWeForget #WarDogs

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Feb. 3, 1943 – The Four Chaplains’ Legacy - Today, we honor four Army chaplains who gave their life jackets, helped others escape, and linked arms in prayer as the USAT Dorchester sank. Their selfless sacrifice lives on. 🌺 #FourChaplains #LestWeForget #FaithAndCourage