Veterans from Romford and Brentwood took part in a ceremony at the National Memorial Arboretum, unveiling a memorial honouring soldiers who died in Normandy.
WWII veteran Harry Bailey, 99, from Lewisham, was a huge part of the Taxi Charity family. He was equally loved by the veterans the charity supports, and the London cabbies who volunteer their time to take the veterans on trips across Europe and the UK. Harry was a regular on all the trips, and he will be greatly missed by all.
During the Second World War, Harry was in The Royal Army Service Corps and worked on the Mulberry Harbour as part of the D Day Landings. He was presented with the Legion dâhonneur in 2016 while in Normandy with the Taxi Charity.
Prince Philip
- Credit: Taxi Charity
Messages are being shared in Sussex to honour the passing of Prince Philip, the Duke of Edinburgh, who died on April 9 2021 aged 99.
In a statement released by Mrs Susan Pyper, HM Lord-Lieutenant of West Sussex, she expressed her sadness and sincere condolences both to The Queen and the people of West Sussex.
The Lord-Lieutenant of West Sussex, Mrs Susan Pyper
- Credit: Susan Pyper Prince Philip’s contribution to this country and the monarchy has been immense, she said. The Queen has described him as her rock . He has been a constant and trusted companion, support and adviser to her in both good and troubled times. His understanding of the role of the monarchy in an ever-changing society has encouraged it to change and adapt, without ever losing its dignity and sense of history.