November 11 is a time to remember the fallen
The red poppy has become the symbol by which Remembrance Day is commemorated each year.
‘Remembrance Day’ is a held every year on November 11 (Armistice Day, the official end of WWI) to honour those who paid the ‘ultimate price’, as well as for those veterans who have died since in other conflicts.
A woman named Moina Belle Michael, who was so taken by a poem called ‘In Flanders Fields’, dedicated her life to remembering those who fought in WWI and raising funds for disabled veterans.
The red poppy has become the symbol by which this event is commemorated each year.
The South African Legion and the MOTHS (Memorable Order of Tin Hats) are dedicated in raising funds to assist veterans and their families.
The Moths and Friends of the Moths from Splash Rock Shellhole in Port Edward will be distributing poppies at Mac Banana on Saturday, November 7 from 9am.
Pastor John Pretorius (A Moth from Splash Rock Shellhole) will conduct a memorial service at the Methodist Church hall on Sunday, November 8 at 8.30am. All denominations are most welcome.
This year there will also be a Remembrance Parade at the new Wall of Remembrance at Port Edward Country Club on Sunday, November 8 at 11am. The public is invited to take part in a wreath laying ceremony.
For more information contact Old Bill Len Bowker at 082 8961578.
