D-Day 80 Years

Morning Schedule at the War Memorial:

10:00 am: The Town Crier reads the proclamation, calling people to gather at the War Memorial.

10:30 am: Attendees assemble at the War Memorial on Broad Street in Harleston.

Welcome by the Harleston & District Branch Royal British Legion

A D-Day Prayer is offered.

A tribute is paid to Harleston soldier Edward Jack Warden.

Wreaths are laid, and prayers are said.

Pupils from the Harleston Sancroft Academy recite the French poem ‘Chanson d’automne’ followed by the English translation.

The Last Post is played, followed by a minute of silence.

Pupils from the Harleston Sancroft Academy recite the D-Day Heroes Poem.

Prayers are offered.

Conclusion.

Activities Throughout the Day:

The Harleston Museum is open from 10:00 am to 2:00 pm, offering visitors a chance to explore local history including the friendly invasion of the Americans.

Schools will read the poem “D-Day Heroes” in school at 11:00 am.

National Fish and Chip Day celebrations, we encourage you to enjoy fish and chips at the Market Place and Recreation Ground.

Schools will feature Fish & Chips on their lunch menus.

Church Bells to be rung at 6:30 pm ‘Ringing out for peace’.

Evening Activities at the War Memorial:

9:00 pm: Attendees gather once again at the War Memorial.

9:15 pm: The Town Council Chair reads ‘The International Tribute’ and lights the ‘Lamp of Peace.’

9:30 pm: Evening activities conclude, allowing participants to reflect on the significance of D-Day and pay their respects.