TOWNS and villages in the area were active on Remembrance Sunday, all paying their respects to those who had fallen in conflict.
The commemoration pays tribute to members of the Armed Forces from Britain and the Commonwealth, their families, and the emergency services, while remembering all those who have lost their lives to conflict or terrorism.
The second Sunday in November, or the Sunday closest to 11th November, is Remembrance Sunday. In order to honor those who fought in both World Wars and later conflicts, it was founded following World War II. In addition to encouraging national contemplation on the price of war, Remembrance Day (Armistice Day) and Remembrance Sunday honor the service and sacrifice of the armed forces, veterans, and their families.
Tributes varied from high-profile events in cities in Wales, and more modest occasions in smaller communities.
In the Vale, organisers reported that the public turned out in force to observe a solemn occasion that means so much to local people.
Below gives a snippet of some of the events held:
Colwinston Remembers
MORE than 100 people attended the Remembrance Day service at the War Memorial in Colwinston, which was organised by Colwinston Community Council.
Rev Dr Angela Cooper led the service and The RAF Cadets 1092 Squadron formed a guard of honour. All the men who served in World War One returned home safely, making Colwinston a ‘Thankful Village’. All their names were read out along with the names of the fallen in World War Two.
Wreaths were laid by all the village organisations including the Brownies and Rainbows. A poem written by pupils of St David’s School was read by Charlotte Campbell Davies. After the service, tea and coffee was provided by the Sycamore Tree Inn in conjunction with the community council.
It was pleasing to see villagers of all ages support this event to pay tribute to all those men and women who fought to give us the freedom that we enjoy today. KJ
Remembrance at Rhoose
A MOVING Service of Remembrance at Rhoose Community Hall was led by the Rev Denise Maud, ably assisted by Hannah Steel. The readings were given by Sandra Barnes and Susan Evans.
Musical accompaniment was provided by Natalie and Bethan Gibson at the War Memorial and Heather Jenkins at the Service. The flags were lowered and raised by Ian and Katie Howell.
Rhoose Scouts handed out the Order of Service at the start and took the collection in aid of the Poppy Appoeal during the last hymn. Light refreshments were provided at the end by Rhoose Women’s Institute.
Orgniser Jeffrey James said: “I extend my thanks to all who participated and supported the Rhoose act of Remembrance today.”
MS praises Barry school pupils
THE Conservative Senedd member for the Vale of Glamorgan and Bridgend, Andrew RT Davies, has praised schools who took part in this year’s Barry Royal British Legion Schools Remembrance Service.
The event, on Friday, 6 November, was led by Royal British Legion minister Zoe King. Schoolchildren from across Barry laid crosses in remembrance of those who gave their lives in service.
Mr Davies said: “The Barry Schools Service of Remembrance is always a poignant occasion, and I’m exceptionally grateful to the Royal British Legion for arranging it.
“It is important future generations learn about and understand the sacrifice of those who gave their lives in war. The children who participated were a credit to themselves and their schools.
“It was an honour and a privilege to be able to attend, and I’d like to thank all of those who made the service possible.”
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