Thank you to the huge numbers who attended the Parades and Memorial Services at Bexhill War Memorial and Little Common War Memorial this Remembrance Sunday.
In their Mayor’s and Deputy Mayor’s messages, Cllrs Memish Huseyin and Paul Peters paid tribute to the fallen and those organising events on the day:
“Today, Bexhill came together to remember and honour those who made the ultimate sacrifice for the freedom we enjoy today.
As Mayor, I was honoured to attend the Remembrance Service at the War Memorial in Bexhill town centre along with fellow councillors and our officers.
It was truly moving to see so many people coming together to pay their respects. From our younger generations and local schools to families, veterans and members of our community, it was wonderful to see Bexhill united in remembrance.
This is what community is all about.
Remembrance Day is more than just a date in the calendar. It is a time to reflect on the courage, sacrifice and selflessness of those who served, those who never returned home, and those who continue to serve today.
It is also our responsibility to ensure that future generations understand why we remember, so that the sacrifices made for our freedom are never forgotten.
Thank you to everyone who attended, organised, took part, or simply stopped for a moment to remember.
We will remember them.
Lest We Forget.”
-Cllr Memish Huseyin, Mayor of Bexhill-on-Sea
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“As Deputy Mayor, it was an honour to attend the Remembrance Sunday service at Little Common.
The service began in a packed St Mark’s Church. Afterwards, a procession led by bagpipes and drums made its way to the war memorial at Little Common Roundabout, where hundreds of local people were waiting to join a further short service.
The wreath-laying followed, before the procession continued to the Poppy Club, where a buffet had been prepared for everyone who took part.
It was amazing to see so many people of all ages and from all walks of life come together to remember. There were far too many people involved to name individually, but my sincere thanks go to everyone who helped make the day so memorable.
We will remember them.”
-Cllr Paul Peters, Deputy Mayor of Bexhill-on-Sea
