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Blinded Veteran Honors Fallen Comrades at Field of Remembrance
1 Nov
Summary
- A blinded former Welsh Guardsman laid a tribute at the Field of Remembrance.
- Around 30,000 messages are expected to be planted this year.
- The appeal highlights sacrifices made by Armed Forces families.
A former Welsh Guardsman, whose military career was cut short by an injury that left him blind, has honored fallen comrades at the Royal British Legion's Field of Remembrance in Staffordshire. Clive Jones, a Royal British Legion ambassador, participated in the opening service for the annual display at the National Remembrance Gardens in Alrewas.
Thousands of handwritten messages are anticipated to be planted, commemorating service and sacrifice across various conflicts, including recent operations in Afghanistan. Jones expressed the profound emotional impact of the event, stating it always touches his heart. He highlighted the crucial support he received from the Royal British Legion, which aided his adaptation to civilian life after his injury.
The Field of Remembrance, a fixture since 2016, supports the Royal British Legion's annual Poppy Appeal. This year's appeal, launched on October 22nd, focuses on the sacrifices and challenges faced by the families of Armed Forces personnel. The RBL aims to raise over £50 million to fund support for serving members, veterans, and their families. The Field of Remembrance is open to the public until November 15th.
