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Let's start with that phrase "the start of the end of the Great War" and ask a question many, no doubt have asked "Why does our memorial give the years of the war as 1914-1919"? The eleventh hour of the eleventh day of the eleventh month was when fighting ceased - the Armistice was declared. For many that is considered the end of the war, but it was, in actuality a cease-fire, while negotiations for peace continued. Hence to others the Great War only fully, officially ended with signing of the peace treaty, "The Treaty of Versailles", which took place in June 1919. That is why, also, the phrase was used in today’s commemorations....."the start of the end of the Great War"... |
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Today we saw many Grimsargh residents and those from further afield gather around our memorial to commemorate the ceasing of fighting one hundred years ago. The band played, the names of the fallen were read, wreaths were laid and prayers said. It was a solemn occasion, fitting in remembrance of all who have fallen, not only in "The Great War" - supposed to be "War to end all Wars", but the subsequent conflicts and, indeed, those that continue. The Parish Council chose to support the charity "Remembered", with their theme of "There but not There" and placed a "Tommy" by the war memorial - a whispy silhouette of a soldier, to represent those whose presence is felt still.... |
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| These beautiful painted pebbles, provided by Rosalyn Loughscott, of Ribchester gave a contemporary feel to the display. |  |
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We thank all those who turned out today - to the War Memorial and all the other services - at the Churches and other places in the region and beyond. Lest we forget...... |
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