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Robert GC Blyth 5-9-2021
I was delighted to be able to visit the memorial on 18 August 2021 en route back to the UK from Charente, and to see my uncle’s name engraved on pillar 195 (Robert Blyth, KOSB, 3066196, died 19 July 1944). Huge thanks to all, for the enormous work that has gone into this wonderful memorial to the many thousands who gave their lives for the liberation of France & Europe, not least to those who have no known grave. I have regularly visited the cemetery at Douvres where my uncle is buried, but this new memorial pays both collective and individual tribute on a broader canvas. Thanks also for publishing his story from the information that my sister has provided.
Isobel McIlwraith 31-8-2021
On August 29th we visited the memorial to find the record of my mother’s uncle, Francis Alan Shore who died on 13th June 1944, which we did. It is a beautiful place.
Peter and Jenny Jay
It has taken almost two years for us to get to see my father’s name. We intended to come for the official opening. Last year we attended the virtual opening at the National Memorial in pouring rain but here we are today on a beautiful day to see this awe inspiring sight. We have taken many photos and will come back tomorrow later in the day to combat the bright sunshine!
It is true – they do not grow old – my father is still 29 and I feel very much like the child I was.
Jon & Linda Adams
I have never been so moved , a place of remembrance that will forever remind the younger generation the price of freedom.
Julie Azar (nee Stott)
We were in Normandy to visit my Uncles grave at Hermanville Sur Mer Cemetery so naturally we’re looking forward to paying our respects at the new memorial.
My Uncle on Pillar 20. ( Anthony STOTT 14288058 GNR Royal Artillery died 7th June 1944 Age 21).
What a truly moving experience and fitting memorial to all the fallen heroes who died so young. Overlooking the sea facing Sword beach it is a beautiful tranquil peaceful place.
They Shall not grow old,as we that are left grow old
Age Shall not weary them
Nor years condemn
At the going down of the sun and in the morning
We will remember them
Michael Mart
I have just returned from a visit to the Normandy Beaches. Spent a few days visiting the Beaches, various memorial sites & museums. The highlight was my visit to the British Normandy Memorial.
A very impressive site . The design, layout and the atmosphere you can feel there with the “beach” as a backdrop was amazing.
Mags Adams
Brilliant elegant tribute to those who gave us our freedom.
Recognition for all those who perished, long overdue.
The gardens are maturing well.
Andy Dotrice
Visiting the memorial made me so proud to honour the hero’s everyone that gave the ultimate sacrifice and to the surviving veterans to whom I am so grateful and always will be
Hero’s everyone of you
Thank-you all
François Honoré
Quel lieu magnifique et émouvant !! Un très bel hommage à tous ces courageux soldats.
Bien sincèrement
Wendy McGrath
We visited with my wonderful favourite, loving uncle Frank Richards in mind. He died a few weeks ago aged 99. He was on the isle of wight 6th June 1944 .and went to France and the beaches on 7th. He was chef to officers i think with Staffordshire’s.. He was so brave .Told wonderful stories of his war exploits. What a wonderful place the memorial is . Absolutely beautiful. So peaceful. Love the wild flowers. We saw yellow and blue butterflies I’ve never seen before. Truly peace. Thankyou Harry and all for raising fund to remember Frank’s fallen brothers. We sat on Harry’s bench. Harry well done you🥰 we will never forget Frank and his comrades. What a pleasure to meet Manager Sasha and appreciate time you spent talking with us Sacha. I donated few pounds in Franks memory. He would have loved to see the memorial. Maybe Hes looking down Xxxx
Craig Maloney
I have just returned from a trip to Normandy with my Father Stephen (68) and Son James (12). The main purpose of the visit was to pay respect to my Great Uncle Frank Owens in Bayeux War Cemetery, who lost his life on Gold Beach on 6 June 1944.
We then visited the British Normandy Memorial which is a long overdue, but fitting memorial to all of those brave young soldiers that made the ultimate sacrifice to give us our freedom.
Thank you to everyone involved in planning and building this wonderful memorial that will allow generation after generation to pay their respects.
They shall not grow old, as we that are left grow old;
Age shall not weary them, nor the years condemn.
At the going down of the sun and in the morning
We will remember them
