Category: War Cemeteries
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Known unto God
The sight of a grave, shrouded in mystery and anonymity, carries a profound weight that echoes through the corridors of time. The grave of an unknown soldier stands as a poignant reminder of sacrifice, valor, and the untold stories that lie beneath the earth. When confronted with such a sight, one cannot help but be…
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Reflections and Reverence
Stepping foot into a war cemetery is a profound and solemn experience that elicits a range of emotions. It is a place where the weight of history and the sacrifices of countless individuals converge, leaving visitors with a deep sense of reflection, reverence, and remembrance. The quiet rows of headstones, meticulously maintained gardens, and the…
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The 48 hour VCs – Hill 60
The battlefield area of Hill 60 just to the southwest of Ypres will always be one of my must-see areas whenever I am guiding someone around the Salient. There are, in my mind, few places left around Ypres that match the description given by the late great Richard Holmes of the battlefield being “a strip…
Footsteps of the fallen 