Monday, 12 November 2007

Proud of the present as well as the past

Yesterday I was extremely honoured to lay a wreath at the Cenotaph as the nation stood in silence to commemorate those brave soldiers who lost their lives in two World Wars and countless other conflicts across the world.

As a former soldier, I am acutely aware of the dedication and professionalism demonstrated by our servicemen and women, particularly the several thousand who continue on active duty in Afghanistan and Iraq.

It is important at moments like this to remember that our country is just as proud of them as we are of those who made the ultimate sacrifice many years ago.

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