This morning, hundreds of people gathered around Boston’s War Memorial in Wide Bargate to mark 80 years since the end of the Second World War, a poignant milestone in our nation’s history, and to honour all those who made the ultimate sacrifice for our freedom.
Service personnel from RAF Coningsby joined The Mayor of Boston, Councillor Barrie Pierpoint, along with fellow dignitaries including MP for Boston and Skegness, Richard Tice, RAF Cadets, Army Cadets, Firefighters and Fire Cadets, Police Officers and Police Cadets, Scouts, Sea Cadets, HM Coastguard and many others for a moving service at the town’s memorial, followed by a parade through the centre of Boston to St Botolph’s Church.
Fr. David Stephenson, Rector of the Parish of Boston said: “Remembrance in Boston, as for the rest of the country, is such an important part of the year. Remembrance services give us all a chance to pause, even if just for those two precious minutes. It gives an opportunity to be still in a world which moves so quickly and makes so much noise, and to be thankful for those who gave up their lives that we might live in freedom. Sadly, our world hasn’t known a lasting peace despite the best efforts of those who served in the Armed Forces during two World Wars and conflicts since. I hope that this year, 80 years since the end of the Second World War, we might be able to take more notice of those things which bring and keep peace and to stand firmly against those aspects of life which divide us. It is a privilege for me to lead the Remembrance services in Boston town centre and at the Stump and to welcome all who come to show their respect and commit themselves to a more peaceful future.”
Richard Tice, MP for Boston and Skegness “It was a privilege to join the people of Boston on such a historic occasion, remembering the fallen. Eighty years since the end of the Second World War, we reflect not only on the bravery and sacrifice of those who served, but also on the strength and spirit that rebuilt our nation. Their legacy of courage, freedom, and hope must continue to guide us for generations to come.”
Photos by Christiaan Lowe Photography
