David, I was visiting Letterston a few days ago, and I was seeking the names of the fallen from the surrounding area so that I could commemorate you all, whether or not your names were inscribed on the local war memorial. I do not know the precise circumstances of your death, but, as a former soldier myself, doing my National Service in 1950 with the 1st Battalion of the Royal Lincolns in the Suez Canal Zone, I feel honoured to be able to salute you as the brave soldier you undoubtedly were, who died in the service of his country. I trust that the Guard of Honour at your graveside fired the traditional salute to a fallen comrade. I can but quote the memorial hymn again, “All you had hoped for, all you had you gave to save mankind – yourself you scorned to save.” You are also remembered every year at the Royal British Legion Festival of Remembrance, when the parade is at the attention while the Queen’s Colour and the National Standard are dipped in salute as the Last Post is sounded. I offer my sympathy to your parents and other relatives who mourned your sacrifice. Rest in Peace. Harry.

Henry Harrison