Remembering the fallen ahead of Armistice Day
Published: Friday 10 November 2023
Those who made the ultimate sacrifice have been remembered ahead of Armistice Day.
A service took place this morning at the Victoria Cross Memorial in Hamilton.
Wreaths were laid in commemoration and a two-minute silence observed following the Last Post.
Depute Provost Bert Thomson and Deputy Lord Lieutenant of Lanarkshire Louis Munn joined Rev Ross Blackman of Hamilton Old Parish Church, Reverend Joanne Hood of St John’s Parish Church and military veterans for the service.
Pupils from Hamilton College, councillors, council officials and members of the public also attended.
Depute Provost Thomson said: “I was honoured to take part in today’s service.
“It is always very poignant to reflect in a moment of silence to remember the sacrifice made by those fighting to protect the freedoms we enjoy today.
“Remembering their sacrifices not only honours them but reminds us that we all have a part to play to ensure that their deaths were not in vain.
“We remember them and we never forget.”
The council’s Veterans' Champion, Councillor Mark Horsham, said: “The service today was very moving and allows us to honour those who gave their lives in conflict.
“We thank all who have served and all who currently do so – those who understand more than we ever can.”
The Victoria Cross memorial commemorates the residents of Hamilton who were awarded the Victoria Cross in the First World War and the Second World War.
A number of services are also scheduled to take place across South Lanarkshire on Remembrance Sunday (12 November) to remember the fallen.
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