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A tribute to heroes of conflict
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Even though the First World War, the conflict which gave rise to the tradition of organised remembrance at a national level, is now very much the stuff of history, the ceremony is as relevant to today as it ever was.
This was tacitly and respectfully acknowledged by all those who took part in this year’s event. They included not only veterans, dignitaries, clergy and members of the Island’s uniformed organisations, but also large numbers of the general public, who gathered to recognise sacrifice past and present and to observe the traditional two minutes’ silence.
Also present were individuals who can stand as symbols of the service rendered by members of the armed forces. Major Nick Spratley now commands the Jersey Field Squadron, but he has served in Iraq and Afghanistan and understands very well what it means to stand in harm’s way. The same can be said of 89-year-old Sid Peck, who was among the paratroops who dropped in enemy territory and captured Pegasus Bridge on D-Day in 1944.
They and others present with experience of active service will no doubt have turned their thoughts to fallen comrades and those injured and perhaps disabled through combat. Those fortunate to have had no personal experience of warfare will, nevertheless, have solemnly recognised the sacrifices made by others on their behalf. They might also have reflected on the fact that those sacrifices continue to be made.
Meanwhile, although Sunday morning’s service was the focal point of remembrance, the Royal British Legion and its volunteers have been as active as ever in their annual drive to raise funds to help servicemen and women who have served monarch and country. It has been calculated that this year’s Poppy Appeal has raised £2 for every person living in Jersey. The precise final tally has yet to be established, but it is possible that last year’s record total of £180,000 will be exceeded.
All those who have contributed to the appeal can be assured that the money raised will be used wisely and productively as the legion continues its valuable work.
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