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The Normandy Memorial Trust

The Normandy Memorial Trust honors the sacrifices of those involved in the D-Day landings and the Normandy Campaign, fostering remembrance and education to ensure future generations understand the significance of these historical events.

A special Remembrance Sunday event honouring courage, sacrifice, and the&nbsp;lives of ordinary people from all walks of life during the Second World War.This Remembrance Sunday, join us for a powerful and insightful afternoon with Henry Montgomery, grandson of Field Marshal Bernard Law Montgomery and trustee of the Normandy Memorial Trust. Henry will share the extraordinary journey behind his eight‑week expedition, In Monty&rsquo;s Footsteps&mdash;a project that uncovered the human stories woven through Britain and Normandy during&nbsp;the Second World War and in particular&nbsp;the D‑Day landings and the Normandy Campaign. Travelling in the footsteps of his grandfather, Henry met families, veterans, communities&nbsp;and historians&nbsp;whose&nbsp;stories reflect a wide range of experiences and emotions. His talk reflects on the national effort, the personal sacrifices, and the remarkable individuals whose actions ensured the success of D‑Day. It also highlights the ongoing educational work of the British Normandy Memorial and the importance of remembrance today.This moving and meaningful afternoon will include:<ul fr-original-style="text-align: start;" style="text-align: start; box-sizing: inherit;"><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">First‑hand reflections from Henry&rsquo;s journey through Britain and Normandy</li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">Personal stories of bravery, loss, and hope</li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">Insights into Field Marshal Montgomery&rsquo;s legacy</li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">The modern role of the Normandy Memorial in preserving memory for future generations</li></ul>On a day when we pause to remember, this event offers a rare opportunity to deepen our understanding of the people behind the history.Tickets now available Your ticket also supports something deeply meaningful.&nbsp;All profits will go towards Operation Remembrance, the education programme of the British Normandy Memorial&mdash;helping young people understand not just what happened in 1944, but why it still matters today. Join us on Sunday 8th November for an unforgettable Remembrance Sunday event that honours the past and inspires the present. You can read more about The British Memorial Trust, the journey Henry took and listen to the podcast series at <a fr-original-style="" href="https://www.britishnormandymemorial.org/monty/" style="text-decoration-color: currentcolor; user-select: auto; box-sizing: inherit;" target="_blank">https://www.britishnormandymemorial.org/monty/</a>

The Normandy Memorial Trust

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In Monty's Footsteps - St Mary's Church, Painswick

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