George, I do not know the circumstances of your death, but, as a former Lincolns Lance Corporal myself, doing my National Service in 1950-1951, I can still salute you as the brave NCO you undoubtedly were, who died in the service of his country and who was interred in Bertincourt Chateau British Cemetery in the Pas de Calais. I trust that the Guard of Honour from 37 or 42 Division at your graveside at Bertincourt 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.” I trust you were also commemorated on your home town war memorial.  But 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 widow and other relatives who mourned your sacrifice. Rest in Peace. Harry.

Henry Harrison