a smashing remembrance evening ,i did notice though that the evening had been slimmed down on forces attending ,but still enjoyed the evening ,still makes me feel proud of our forces and what they gave for our today .
I would add that the "stars" performed very well with their level of total respect. They help keep this event in the public domain (whether people agree or not) along with the lead and tireless work of the Royal British Legion. Also as well as veterans there were a lot of youngsters. The organisation was superb on all counts. The forces were slimmed down but the atmosphere was excellent.
Clive, One of our Branch members was attending the Royal Alber Hall to see his Twin brother carrying a Standard. I am glad that the Event went well as a lot of effort goes into the organisation of such a big event. Just arrived home from the Remembrance Service at the Heerstrasse, Berlin, CWGC Cemetery, followed by the Church Service at St George's and a visit to our Legion Premises here in Berlin. Regards Tom
You are not the only one thinking this. Ceremonial bits at the end, as ever, excellent. Variety show parts - I don't mind really, but I could live without.
It's good to watch on tv but I suppose you don't really get the atmosphere of being there, plus it's not live so certain bits are slightly edited - e.g last year when they had Bomber Command veterans there, the standing ovation/applause went on for what seemed like forever, I applauded until my hands hurt! I'm sure it was cut quite short on the tv showing (I recorded it to watch back and see what bits were different!). Apparently last nights showing on tv had the most viewers in 4 years.
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Reports back from the Chindit veterans were that the Festival was excellently done. They and their various counterparts from actions through 1944 were treated royally at both sittings and received an ovation of 5 minutes plus when they marched onto the floor.
Yes. As in recent years it has evolved to have some 'variety' and stories of the more recent wars and conflicts. At the end of the day war is a terrible thing: the killing, the wounded, the devastation. The impact of any war of the lives of those who were directly or indirectly involved in them goes on for the rest of their lives and beyond.
Good to see they have kept the ceremonial bit at the end unchanged. It was also good to see a bigger audience post-lockdowns, and the exterior of the Royal Albert Hall lit up with red poppies was a lovely touch.
Assuming that's what's belting out The Wind Beneath My sodding Wings while the Fishwife chooses something to watch & I make scotch eggs next door, I cannot deny a little bit of sick came up. Sounds like it's gone a bit more marchy after the ghastly wailing. This is now fine.
Chilling between wrapping/coating stages. And wet hands. No, really. I'll send you a recipe elsewhere later. The cat has just been completely hypnotised by falling poppies. I fear for the television. It has now triggered the Fishwife into remembering she needs to sort her Akela uniform for tomorrow.