Well I say Five, but of course there's me too, although I'm just the observer. It's my privilege to accompany five members of the Newport Branch (Cangen Casnewydd) of the Royal Naval Association to Hermanville-sur-Mer in Normandy, to pay homage to shipmates and comrades lost during the D Day Invasion in June 1944. Veterans, sons, history buffs - all ex-sailors and proud to be taking part in the 69th anniversary commemorations. As am I. I just hope I do their story justice...
Monday, 10 June 2013
The Mayor's Reception
The 6th June ended with a reception hosted by Hermanville's mayor. It had been a long day, and everyone was pleased to relax, mingle and chat. The present day representatives of the Third Division were incredibly sociable and keen to chat to the veterans. A fantastic end to a memorable day.
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