The Spirit of Normandy Trust organised their annual ceremony at ‘Monty’s’ statue. This year, two British veterans, Ken Hay and Henry Rice, were present, making the pilgrimage to the battle grounds of Normandy. Ken Hay spoke about seeing the names on the memorial and being able to remember the faces.

Henry David Montgomery, 3^rd Viscount Montgomery of Alamein gave a speech together with representatives of the region. There was a strong presence from the British Armed Forces, including the Air Cadets and members of the Gurkha Regiment. It was really moving to see the veterans lay their wreaths and to experience the warm support of the public.

I led the hymns and anthems and sang with Jedburgh Pipe Band during the ceremony.