I am sorry that I do not know your Christian name, which is how I like to address my former comrades -in -arms.  I do not know the precise circumstances of your death, but, as a former soldier myself, doing my National Service in 1950-51, I can still salute you as the brave NCO you undoubtedly were, who died in the service of his country. You were laid to rest in Luez British Cemetery.   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.”     In addition to your gravestone, 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 relatives and friends who mourned your sacrifice. You are in Our Lord God’s Hands now.   Rest in Peace.  Harry.  

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