War Memorial: 75th Anniversary

THE Royal British Legion in Burnley is rallying the troops for a special commemoration day on Wednesday, December 12th at the War Memorial in Towneley Park.
It will be the 75th Anniversary of the unveiling of the Memorial, dedicated to those who gave their lives in the First World War.
Chairman of the Burnley branch of the RBL, Mr Charlie Schofield, said details were still being finalised, but the Legion would honour the 75th Anniversary with a ceremony at the Memorial at 11a.m. on December 12th.
"We had a recent meeting and have decided we will commemorate the occasion, and that it will be open to the public. We will provide wreaths free of charge and we are calling on all members of the Old Comrades Association to turn out, if possible.
"If they need transport, we will chauffeur them.
"Burnley and Pendle Transport will lay on a free bus.
"The Rev. Quinton Wilson will officiate at the ceremony, and the Mayor of Burnley, Coun. Jack Alston, will participate.
"The tea-room will also be open for refreshments. Towneley Hall has agreed, too, to provide coffee from 10-30a.m.





Return to Front Page!