This is for Remembrance Day in the United Kingdom and Commonwealth and Veteran's Day in America. This episode is to honor those that gave the ultimate sacrifice! The soldiers that were lost, the soldier's that remain and the families of them all. This is our first time seeing the Poppies at the Tower of London and it moved us beyond words! 888,246 LIVES remembered! The second video was an emotional gut-punch, hearing what a few soldier's thoughts were on Remembrance Day. We hope you will watch this in it's entirety as our words, though sometimes long, are genuine and heartfelt. We offer our sincerest THANK YOU to all our ALLIES active Military and Veterans! God Save The King & God Bless America! Thank you SO much for watching! If you enjoy our content, please consider subscribing to our channel, it is the BEST way to support our channel and it's FREE! Also, please click the Like button. Thank you for your support!
Natasha, Debbie, May I recommend another artwork that’s appropriate to Remembrance Day. It’s a painting called Menin Gate At Midnight, by an Australian artist called Will Longstaff. It is my favourite painting, full stop, and when I saw it displayed in the Australian War Memorial in Canberra on my first trip to Australia I was transfixed. I won’t describe it to you, but I will point you at this short AWM video on it: ruclips.net/video/XkpETg7dvTE/видео.htmlsi=EuvM2QYle7WuYjMt And if/when you visit Australia, if Canberra is on the itinerary you must set aside time to visit the War Memorial and attached museum. It’s a moving and educational experience, and the largest collections of Victoria Crosses can be found there along with some of Will Longstaff’s literally haunting paintings.
I was lucky enough to have been able to buy one if the poppies after the event which now sits proudly on my mantle piece. My great uncle flew in Turkey in WW1. In WW2 my father was in the Army initially and then in the RAF as a glider pilot and my mother was in the Army as an ambulance driver in London during the Blitz and V1/2 raids. My elder don is a submariner and I’m proud of all of them.
We bought a poppy for my eldest grandchild and it is a reminder of two of my family who lost their lives in WWI, one who is commemorated on the Menin gate and my great uncle Harry who was gassed and died after the war. My godfather also served in Gallipoli
I love my poppy. I bought it for my mother Sadly we lost her within a few yrs of owing the poppy. I keep mums poppy and teasure it. We took mum to see the installation in Oct half term 2014 and were moved by the beauty and vastness of the dispaly.
I am a British Army Veteran. I would like to say THANK YOU for your Respect. Thank you to your families for their sacrifices and heroism. Your words moved me to tears. THANK YOU. Lest We Forget.
The poppy memorial was the most poignant thing I have ever seen. In my mind, one of the best pieces of art of my generation . THANK YOU to every volunteer who made it a amazing spectacle for all to see .
My partner John, his great grandfather died in the First world War in battle. We went to the Tower to pay our respects. We also bought his poppy. It now stands Pride of place in our home.
My wife’s great grandfather fell and died on the first day of the battle of the Somme. We managed to have one of the poppies in his name. We now have the poppy, with his medals to be passed down to the next generation. It had been fantastic to hear his name on the roll of honour. Total respect always 😢
Its hugely encouraging that two Americans can take the time out to not only observe and comment but crucially understand others abroad. Natasha and Debbie, thank you for your attention, effort and understanding, we need more like you around the world..
I don't want to name them but during the 2 minutes silence I picture the faces and names of each and every comrade I lost. Yes, I tear up every time. Gone, but not forgotten. "We Will Remember them"
I live only 50 miles from London so I was able to go twice to see the poppies. They were a sight to see indeed. Such a massive loss of life it's impossible to comprehend.
@@TheNatashaDebbieShowit's very nice of you to Post something like this & so it gets many people's attention from All the Commonwealth countries, like My Grandfather served in the RAF During WW2 in North Africa.
Aussie combat vet ALL veterans are divided by distance but connected by spilled blood, But l will NEVER consider myself a hero,the true heroes are represented by those red poppies.🇦🇺🇺🇸 LEST WE FORGET
@@denisewest7166 Aussie combat vet Please ma’am DON’T thank me,l’m just a broken vet who did what he had to do but now asks EVERY day why l’m still here 🇦🇺🇺🇸
I volunteered on the Somme Commemoration show at Heaton Park in Manchester. My great grandfather lost a leg aged 17 on the first day of the Somme. He survived in a shell crater and went on to be a carpenter. He even made his own false leg. Lest we forget. Thank you guys ❤
Every time I pin a poppy on my chest I think of all those that fought, fight and have died in all conflicts in the past and to this day. I wear it with pride and thanks and always will ❤
As an ex British soldier, I would like to thank you, for paying a real and heartfelt tribute, to our fallen heroes. As you have paid tribute to the British forces, I would like in return, to pay tribute to all the members of the Commwealth, US, and other Allied countries, who have fought, and continue fight, by our side, in the struggle for freedom. Be proud of your familys military service, as they put their lives on the line, so people like you and me, could live free. All gave some, but some gave all.
I am an RAF Regiment veteran who was tasked to do some unpleasant things, That beautiful message you displayed at the start reduced me to tears. Regardless of the negative sound of the I just want to say thank you, it means much more than you could imagine.
That poppy field is the single most effective war art I’ve ever seen. My great uncle Albert isn’t represented there, but he was a victim of ww1, he came home from the Somme and killed himself a short while later.
My great, great uncle isn't either he survived but was severely damaged by being gassed which lead to his death in the blitz due to the dust when a bomb hit close by. His brother is, however , represented
I ordered a poppy it cost £25 the money went to the veterans. Then I went down to London for the weekend and took photos it was an amazing display it really hit home and broke my heart. I thank the person that made / displayed / took down / packed / sent my poppy it means alot as a ex arm wife.
I was in the RAF Reserves back in 2014 and was at the Tower helping out with moving some bits for the Lord Mayor's Show. It took a long time because of the number of people coming up to us and sharing their respect. I still remember little kids pointing and waving and a little girl shouting "look mummy, a lady soldier!" I gave her a little hug. There was so much love. That was the same year my father died (he was a former lance corporal) ❤ great video
I always watch the Remembrance Sunday Service. My children grew up watching it and now their children watch it. It's important for young people to see, for just an hour or two, the severity of war, decades later. Our children were all in the cadets so they were taught about the carnage of war. Our second son intended to join the R.A.F., as my father, his grandfather had. Unfortunately, like me, he's colour blind so that didn't happen. I will watch this year, just like every year with tissues and tears. We will remember them. 💔😥💔
For many personal reasons I greatly appreciate two respectful Americans wearing poppies to remember the British and Commonwealth veterans who 'gave their todays so we have our tomorrows'. I was also touched to see you wearing the poppies for animal veterans. They also served and died and were injured. There is a story that is relevant, tragic and touching: 'Theo' was an English Springer Spaniel who served as a bomb detection dog for the British Army whilst stationed in Afghanistan. His handler Lance Corporal Liam Tasker, was killed in March 2011, and sadly, Theo died within hours following a seizure. Let no one deny there is a special bond between handler and animal because that is why it works. They are a team. At the time of their deaths, the pair were the most successful individual working dog team in Afghanistan, having made more bomb finds than any other during the course of the five months they were stationed there. Theo was awarded the 'Dickin Medal' for bravery. It is often referred to as the animal equivalent of the Victoria Cross. Normal protocol is for a military animal to be buried where they died and not repatriated. In THIS case the British Army repatriated the pair back together to the UK. It has never been confirmed if the pair were buried together or not but his mother says "Liam and Theo are where they should be."
I am a Royal Navy veteran of the Cold War. I spent many years on frigates patrolling the seas hoping the worst would not happen, but prepared if it did. Your love of us veterans is much appreciated, and I re5urn your love.
@@TheNatashaDebbieShow when I wear a Poppy. I wear it. Not just for the British soldiers who died in ww1, I think about the British tribes that saw off the Vikings in 1066, I think. Of Boudicca and her army. Going to war against the Romans, I think of Nelson and his sailors who saved our country from Napoleon, I think of the British soldiers and colonial soldiers in ww1, I. Think. Of our soldiers who fell in ww2, I think of the soldiers who fell in the Falklands war, I think about them all. And thank them for what they did for our country, R i p. Brave warriors. Gone but not forgotten ,
My grandad was in the Gordon Highlanders in ww1. Injured sent back gassed survived came home married my grandmother had eight children my mum being one. A true hero. Lest we forget. Love to you both from Aberdeen Scotland 🏴
My ancestor was in the Gordon Highlanders in WWI. He was a corporal killed in his 23rd year in 1916. I was surprised to find that a lot of Lancashire lads ended up in the Gordon Highlanders.
My grandfather that's my mother's Dad was from London and was in the Gordon Highlanders he was know as Ginger but when he returned home his hair was completely white he survived but wounded in both arms later he married and had 4 son's and my mother he passed away 1962 I have a few old photos of him in kilt taken at the front with a screen behind him
13000 ex serviceman homeless google it one died on the streets & the UK house illegals migrant criminals freeloaders & terrorist plus Muslim grooming gangs the Uk is being taken over by Islam blacks & India the English are vanishing from politics football TV & Streets two wars that had nothing to do with Britain Europe loved WW1 so much they allowed Germany to mass arms for WW2 all Europe give the UK is illegals migrant criminals freeloaders & terrorist
Hi Natasha & Debbie. My father in law had his 101st birthday on 5th November 2023. He served in the Royal Navy during WW11. Still going strong. Loved your tribute in this video. It brought tears to my eyes.😢. May they all RIP. Bless you ladies, love, and health to you both. ❤
I travelled from the Midlands to see the poppies and it was awesome…..and what you cannot see is the atmosphere, the air of respect as people moved closer was palpable. I’m lucky enough to own a ceramic poppy. When it arrived it still carries the dust/mud from being in the Tower of London Moat and I wouldn’t dream of cleaning it.
🇳🇿🇦🇺🇺🇸🇬🇧 I have so much respect and appreciation for all of those who have or are serving in the military. Than you for your service! ❤ Thank you Natasha and Debbie for such a informative and respectful video ❤❤
My now husband and I went to see this and it was breathtaking and moving, people from literally all around the world. Later the display was taken into the country on a smaller scale and we were lucky enough to see it at the local garrison, equally moving equally breathtaking.
Yes, our family always had/have that statement embedded into our souls. Both my grandfathers endured such horrendous ordeals during WW I. My maternal grandfather enlisted at the age of 16 years old, that's 3 years under age!! The authorities knew that many serving were under age & turned a blind eye to it! His uncle (who was younger than him) was 14 yrs old & served for over a year before his true age was revealed & he was sent back home, fortunately. By the time he reached the right age to re-enlist, the war was over, so he didn't have to return to France again, thank goodness!! The worse idea for recruitment, was the "Pals" sign up, which wiped out whole generations of young boys & youths in all the villages & towns in the UK, leaving huge numbers of girls & young women single, because their boyfriends, beau's, fiancee, etc died during WW I. Such a tragedy all round. The sad tales & bitterness, etc, were rarely spoken off, though granddad ended up returning his medals in disgust & protest during the horrors of the "depression" & lack of government help. The Eastenders, had huge sympathy for the Jarrow Marchers & helped to assist & support them in many ways. All this made grandad work very hard to improve the lives of his own children, who all got good jobs & futures, etc & moved out of Bethnal Green to the home counties. Unfortunately he then had to watch his older children serve during WW II. My parents being the younger kids, were evacuated to the countryside & when they did eventually return home for a while, got bombed out. Once you have lost everything & have nothing to loose, the British bulldog spirit dug in, even children swore to "Never Surrender"! Such a great generation of selfless people!!!
My father was 28yrs jn the British Army, fought in the Falklands, 4 tours of Northern Ireland, amongst tours of Belize, Singapore to name a few. He passed 6yrs ago but I remain incredibly proud of him. Rip dad. Ssgt John Lang xxx❤ Thank you for the touching tribute x❤
Dear Debbie & Natasha. Thank you from the bottom of my heart for this beautiful memorial. My Grandfather was a gunner in the Second World War. I was lucky that he came home to my Mother & Grandmother. He came with us to New Zealand. He was and will always be my hero. Jane in New Zealand 🇬🇧🇳🇿
I bought one of the poppies from the Tower in memory of my young son, not a soldier just lost in a tragedy, thank you for the support you have given to all serving and lost veteran's. For many years I worked in a voluntary capacity with St John Ambulance at the London remembrance parade, where we met and helped many veteran's who were a delight, to talk to, I have wonderful memories and also one where I marched with pride on remembrance day in full uniform, how lucky am I.
You two are just beautiful people. I think the ceramic poppies represent something that starts as something soft and becomes so much stronger but also represents the fragility of life. I remember when it was first shown on tv and it was beyond words...respect to all both past and present ❤
After the display was completed, every poppy was sold and we have one. Every poppy was different so we have a unique treasure from this amazon's tribute.
My brother served for 6 years back in 2000 to 2006. He lost a friend feet away from him due to a morter attack. Bless all the soldiers who have fought past and present. My deepest respects to all the force's who served and serving. Takes so much courage. To be put in those positions. Love respects. RIP to the ones lost you served valiently with honour god bless xx
Its an amazing effort that was done so well. Im in Australia and every night they project a name of one of the 120,000 Australian war dead on the front of the building. You can go to their website and find the day and time when someone connected with your family will have their name projected onto the building. I remember taking my mother to see her brothers name on the facade of the building. Each name stays on for only a few minutes but its an amazing sight to see people standing outside at all hours of the night to see the name they have waited for to appear.
My dear father who passed away when he was 85, was a soldier in WW2. He enlisted at 18 and fought in Belgium and Germany. His best friend (another 19 year old from the Western Isles of Scotland , like my Dad) was shot in the head and killed right in front of him,2 days before the war ended. I think of that boy in the 2 minute silence. 🌺We will remember them 🌺
I'm a Londoner who lives in Kent now. I travelled up to London to meet my family (4 siblings and 9 nephews/nieces) for a Ripper Tour that my niece wanted to enjoy on her birthday. We met at a pub very near the Tower of London and had a chance to visit and see the poppies before the tour started. I had two uncles (my Father's elder brother's) who I never met because they were killed in the war in Norway and Crete. I picked out a couple of poppies out of that sea of poppies and in my head thanked them and said that I wished I could have met them. Like you I respect those who served and at the same time wish that they hadn't had to.
I really loved how you mention the animals and both wear the purple for them. We wouldn't have legends like Simpson and his Donkey without that animal braving the battlefield to save lives. I never served but most of my family have and though I've got to work all weekend that Poppy will be staying on my shirt.
I’ve a couple of young friends, now 5 and 9, for whom I’ve been buying dated poppies each year since they were born. When the older one was 4 we spoke about how the poppy is to remember that fighting is bad. Over subsequent years she got an understanding of war and the price of war and the meaning of the poppy has deepened for her. The younger one has been making her dad take her to the local war memorials so she can straighten up the wreaths. It’s good to see youngsters with such respect for the poppy as a symbol that represents others.
My wife and I volunteered to plant the ceramic poppy art installation at the Tower of London, and the finished article was truely stunning and moving. We treasure the poppy we purchased for the British Legions great work for veterans. The whole endeavour with volunteers making the clay poppies and fired for painting was fitting. The effort was a tiny in terms of sacrifice, but it did at least with the numbers that came to pay tribute make sure everyone understood that those poppies was a soldier who had died serving their country.
13000 ex serviceman homeless google it one died on the streets & the UK house illegals migrant criminals freeloaders & terrorist plus Muslim grooming gangs the Uk is being taken over by Islam blacks & India the English are vanishing from politics football TV & Streets two wars that had nothing to do with Britain Europe loved WW1 so much they allowed Germany to mass arms for WW2 all Europe give the UK is illegals migrant criminals freeloaders & terrorist
We will remember them! To all serving past, present and future, THANK YOU!. Respect from a poppy seller in Cornwall 🇬🇧. Thank you both for the respectful memorial. 🙏🏻
I was a soldier. I will always be a soldier. We have no choice. No one who has not been a soldier can possibly understand what it means. All of these guys, friend and foe, are my brothers and sisters.
Thank you so much for this video. I'm British and have the utmost respect for all those have died and are fighting to this day. I can't even begin to imagine what it is like to be in conflict. I will remember them. x
My dear American sisters, remember, the haters have the liberty to be the A-holes they are, purely because of the sacrifice these great men made; but shame on them never the less. Love to you from England ❤
I wear a poppy, because of my relatives and the brave, fierce, warriors who fought and served their country. My Maternal Great-grandfather Percy Fromling (1897-1949) Royal Engineers WW1; Paternal Grandfather George William Connors (1920-1968) Royal Air Force WW2; and Maternal Great-Uncle Walter John Robertson Jr (1921-2014) British Army (8th Army) with General Montgomery. Rest In Peace My Own Special Heroes xx
I'll be remembering the tragic story of my Great Uncle George. His brother Sam was killed in WW1 in Northern France 1916. George waited for 2 years until 1918 to be old enough to join up. He still lied about his age and was just 17 when he was killed only about 20 miles from his brother , just 10 days before the end of the war. I've been fortunate to find both of their graves in France, the first person from the family in 100 years to find them. God Bless Sam and George. Thanks Natasha and Debbie.
We were lucky to be able to buy one of the poppies. I served in the RAF, as did my parents, my wife also served in the RAF as did her older sister, who married someone in the RAF, her parents served in the army as did her brother who married someone in the RAF. Her younger sister joined the Royal Navy and married someone in the RAF. We have almost 250 years service to the crown.
Me and my sister have both bought one of those poppies they are beautiful, we are so pleased we managed to get two this video is such a tribute to our veterans, thank you for watching it, I'm from sheffield in the UK , xx
What a very emotional but moving video this was. We never should forget the incredible service men and women have given and still do to keep us all safe. I think you ladies are so very respectful and thoughtful to all veterans of war. Thank you for sharing this video and your emotions with us all respect to you both.
The flags you displayed in the beginning combined with your beautiful words were so moving. At the going down of the sun and in the morning, we will remember them. Thank you to the veterans for your service and to those who gave their yesterday so we can have today ❤
My Great Aunt, lost three brothers in the first world war. I forget their names now, to my shame, but one was lost on the first day of the battle of the somme (one of the 20,000 dead) the second, seven days later in the same battle. One of these two was never found and his name is one of 72,000 on the Thiepval memorial (For those with no known grave). The third was wounded later in the war. He was hit by several machine gun bullets across the groin area. He physically recovered from his wounds, but said on several occasions he was "No longer a man" Shortly after the war, his mother found him hanging from a tree near their house. The military (rather charitably for the time I think) gave him a military funeral and his headstone reads that he died of wounds received. This always puts lump in my throat when I think about it. My family were in no way exceptional in their wartime experiences!
Yeah I lost 2 i might as well say 3 uncles because when the 1 uncle came back home alive my mother said he was mentally dead.He never got over his 2 youngest brothers who was 17,19 & 22yo he encouraged them to sign up because they thought it was going to be a jolly good day out have a holiday and come back as hero's.The other 2 uncles went MIA he thinks they we're vaporised by a shell hitting them at point blank range and he wouldn't talk much and he had that 800 yard stare with hollow eyes..
Me and my family went to this it was so amazing to see in person and really hit home at the same time it was so quiet there it was hard to imagine you were surrounded by thousands of people
I was brought up in my grandparents house. My grandad served in the 2nd World War. Every 2 minute silence he would sob for his fallen friends. My grandad had kids & a wife. He had siblings. Some of his mates were unmarried only children. He remembered them. He is no longer with us. I never knew their names, but I try to think of them. My grandad rescued another man when another trench was shelled. The man was the only survivor & was injured. My grandad ran across under heavy gunfire & shelling & carried the man to relative safety. He never knew his name. I like to think that the man lived on & has family that remember him.
Me and my partner went to London to see these in person and it was absolutely spectacular. It was only the second time I'd been to London and it was so quiet around the Tower that you could hear a pin drop. It was incredible. I bought one of the poppies afterwards and still have it. It's unique and I love it. They sent them out after the event and kept a tracker I believe of where they all ended up so you could see a map of the UK (and World) and see where a poppy was sent.
This has touched me deeply, it’s hard to find any words that would come close to expressing my sadness, gratitude, love , respect and pride for ALL those who gave the ultimate sacrifice .but also those who did come home but will never be the same . We need to stop and remember and be thankful for our lives that they gave theirs to protect .
My brother received one of the poppies, for my great uncle, Harold Lord who was killed in action on November 1, 1914. His was one of the names read out in the rolls of honor nightly. He was in the expeditionary forces that deployed to Belgium in August 1914. He died at the battle of Ypres after having two horses shot from under him. His name is on the Menin Gate rememberence gates. My brother also has his medals. He joined the military in 1911, aged 18. He was 21 when he died.
I've said it before and I'll say it again. I hate war. I hate the idea of war. But I have nothing but utter admiration for anyone who is willing to put their life on the line in order to save those they hold dear. RIP my father Robert, who served in the Royal New Zealand Navy during WWII, running convoy support (and having his ship heavily damaged off the Solomon Islands), and my grandfather James, who was in the British Army in the Somme during WWI. Thankfully both returned from their service, but many of their friends didn't. Now, you two - hug each other. You need it after that.
It was stunning to see. People quietly talking to strangers. The sculptures looked like blood pouring out of the window and flowing out of the moat gorgeous.
What a beautiful tribute to the fallen. Thank you N&D. Ignore the haters cos there’s nothing you can do about them apart from not giving them air time. 🇬🇧❤️🇺🇸
The man loved so much was killed Iraq...he fought in Bosnia Afghanistan & Iraq..also my dad fought in the 2ww in Italy & Greece I wear my metal poppy every single day at 11oclock next to my heart..at the going down of the sun we will remember them...God bless everyone of those who served & serving...Thank you
I watched your video with my mum. We both found it to be very touching and moving. Your sincerity and respect of our fallen and serving is commendable, so thank you.
Ladies. thankyou for presenting these videos. The Tower of London Poppies are most moving, while it's always good to here veteran telling their stories. I have two members of my family buried in war cemeteries, both called John, & both killed at the age of 20 years. One was my Great Uncle, buried near Amiens in 1918, the other is close to the Belgian border during the Dunkirk evacuation, in 1940. I never knew them of course, but I think of them, along with all the other veterans, lost & surviving, at this time of year especially. Bless you. The ceramic poppy installation was created for the hundredth anniversary of the outbreak of the first world war in 2014, & people later were able to buy one of the poppies, as a donation to the Remembrance appeal.
I am always reminded of the greatest piece of advice I was given by my grandfather who was involved in both World Wars. He and his comrades and their families back home sacrificed much and risked it all to give us the right to choose to live how we wanted, to say what we want, to do what we want, just because we can. But he pointed out they also earned us to the right to choose not to say something and not do something, and often that is the kindest and the right thing to do. Knowing which is the challenge they left us.
Beautifully said. They say that the reason why war vets never talk about a war, is that it recurs bad memories. It isn't that....the reason they don't talk about their experience, is that it's personal, and they don't want to be boasting about what they did. My Dad was a Royal marine commando at D-Day, but he never talked about it, unless you asked him, then he was happy to tell you all the stories (and some very funny stories they were, crazy things that happened)
I visited this installation and have to say that, although the visuals in the video are incredible, nothing I’ve seen has the same effect as actually seeing it in person. The impact was moving and stunning, your senses were overwhelmed with the scale of this amazing art work.
🇦🇺🇦🇺my Dad Leonard Mcleod (Google him) was on of 3000 Aussies who were way to young or way too old or not accepted in to the services due to some impairment, who signed with General MacArthur to form the United States Army Small Ships. They were the backbone of the allied forces. This turned the war around. My Dad is still alive but is not well at the moment. He was 15 when he joined the Australian Army, four times with four different names and ages.He got away with the last attempt and was fighting in New Guinea on his 16th birthday. After a medical discharge and finding out his real age he was kicked out. He went to MacArthur in Sydney and signed up. He went right though to the Battle of Leyte Gulf. This Rememberance Day is the only one he won’t be attending as sadly he isn’t well. So I say LEST WE FORGET
I am so sorry to hear your dad won't be able to attend! I had uncles that survived the Second World War and none of them talked about what they endured! Sigh! They have all passed on and I will raise a glass to your dad if I may! Both my parents were in the Second World War! My mum served in the W.R.A.F and my dad was in a protected proffession and worked on the quality control of three of the Floating harbours amongst other things such as building Airfields back then! R.I.P Mum and dad 😢
@@nigeldewallens1115sometimes I think it would be great if we heard more, but I have read a book by my Grandmothers cousin that was given to the family, and by the end had a lot of hatred for the Japanese of the time. It maybe that by not talking, they are letting the later generations do the healing that they couldn’t and striving for improved relations with everyone in an endeavour (however fruitless it sometimes feels) for peace, so that no one else will have to go through what they did. That’s what I now hang on to. My Grandfathers I am sure still held on to hate and wanted better for their kids and grandkids. I too which to send my thanks to all who have served and all currently in service and remind them that they are loved and there are people willing to listen if ever they need to let it out.
I got involved with the poppy display at the Tower of London right at the very end, helping to take them out of the ground to be packed and sent out. My birthday falls around Remembrance Day, and it was only seeing the mind-boggling number of those poppies from down amongst them at ground level that really brought home the significance of it all. It was truly incredible, and an honour to have been part of. It was made all the more real because the day I was helping it was pouring with rain and we were covered in mud by the end of it.
My grandad fought in ww1 My dad in ww2 we lived as a millatary family for many years, i stand proud on rememberance day in honor of all millatary around the world ❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤
I went to see this with my mum and my Dad, a 22 year veteran of the Army. It was such a sombering experience. I was so humbled to be there and pay respect to those who paid the ultimate price.
Another great video, thank you ladies. We have one of the poppies in remembrance of my great uncle Cyril who died in 1916 along with 847 of his shipmates when his ship, HMS Vanguard blew up in port, he was 22 years old and two weeks away from getting married, thanks again from one very grateful and reflective brit
I am fortunate to have not lost anyone in my family to conflict,however i did lose a school friend in the Falklands campaign and i will be laying a cross at his memorial stone at the school we both attended as i have done for several years.As he was buried at sea this is the only place his family and friends can pay their respects .excellent video as always ladies,much love x.
An amazing tribute to the soldiers lost in WWI, I remember seeing the tribute coming together on the series Inside the Tower of London episode. In memory of an family member who passed away in the great war Gilbert Edward Jones (1889 - 1918) 51st Battalion. Lest we forget 🇦🇺
I was only 9 when my parents took me to see the poppies but I still remember that day. That year we all got a poppy from the display for Christmas which I didn’t quite appreciate at the time but now I’m very grateful I’ve got one.
This is for Remembrance Day in the United Kingdom and Commonwealth and Veteran's Day in America. This episode is to honor those that gave the ultimate sacrifice! The soldiers that were lost, the soldier's that remain and the families of them all. This is our first time seeing the Poppies at the Tower of London and it moved us beyond words! 888,246 LIVES remembered! The second video was an emotional gut-punch, hearing what a few soldier's thoughts were on Remembrance Day. We hope you will watch this in it's entirety as our words, though sometimes long, are genuine and heartfelt. We offer our sincerest THANK YOU to all our ALLIES active Military and Veterans! God Save The King & God Bless America! Thank you SO much for watching! If you enjoy our content, please consider subscribing to our channel, it is the BEST way to support our channel and it's FREE! Also, please click the Like button. Thank you for your support!
❤️thank you
Natasha, Debbie, May I recommend another artwork that’s appropriate to Remembrance Day. It’s a painting called Menin Gate At Midnight, by an Australian artist called Will Longstaff. It is my favourite painting, full stop, and when I saw it displayed in the Australian War Memorial in Canberra on my first trip to Australia I was transfixed. I won’t describe it to you, but I will point you at this short AWM video on it: ruclips.net/video/XkpETg7dvTE/видео.htmlsi=EuvM2QYle7WuYjMt
And if/when you visit Australia, if Canberra is on the itinerary you must set aside time to visit the War Memorial and attached museum. It’s a moving and educational experience, and the largest collections of Victoria Crosses can be found there along with some of Will Longstaff’s literally haunting paintings.
Nice one.
❤ so respectful
❤respect ladies 🫡🫡🫡🇺🇸🇬🇧
Each ceramic Poppy was hand-made, therefore no two were the same; no two lives were the same - most poignant!
I was lucky enough to be able to help “plant” some of these poppies as my mark of respect.
Lovely tribute.❤️
I was lucky enough to have been able to buy one if the poppies after the event which now sits proudly on my mantle piece. My great uncle flew in Turkey in WW1. In WW2 my father was in the Army initially and then in the RAF as a glider pilot and my mother was in the Army as an ambulance driver in London during the Blitz and V1/2 raids. My elder don is a submariner and I’m proud of all of them.
We bought a poppy for my eldest grandchild and it is a reminder of two of my family who lost their lives in WWI, one who is commemorated on the Menin gate and my great uncle Harry who was gassed and died after the war. My godfather also served in Gallipoli
I love my poppy. I bought it for my mother Sadly we lost her within a few yrs of owing the poppy. I keep mums poppy and teasure it.
We took mum to see the installation in Oct half term 2014 and were moved by the beauty and vastness of the dispaly.
I am a British Army Veteran. I would like to say THANK YOU for your Respect. Thank you to your families for their sacrifices and heroism. Your words moved me to tears. THANK YOU. Lest We Forget.
Thank you for your service from 🇬🇧
Well said 'Ian' - as an ex-Royal Engineer, we will all remember them
They shall grow not old, as we that are left grow old: Age shall not weary them, nor the years condemn. We will remember them. Lest We Forget
The poppy memorial was the most poignant thing I have ever seen. In my mind, one of the best pieces of art of my generation .
THANK YOU to every volunteer who made it a amazing spectacle for all to see .
My partner John, his great grandfather died in the First world War in battle. We went to the Tower to pay our respects. We also bought his poppy. It now stands Pride of place in our home.
My wife’s great grandfather fell and died on the first day of the battle of the Somme. We managed to have one of the poppies in his name. We now have the poppy, with his medals to be passed down to the next generation. It had been fantastic to hear his name on the roll of honour. Total respect always 😢
He died a warrior and a hero
Its hugely encouraging that two Americans can take the time out to not only observe and comment but crucially understand others abroad. Natasha and Debbie, thank you for your attention, effort and understanding, we need more like you around the world..
Agree with you 100 per cent
I served in the British Army for 17 years and my proudest possession is one of those poppies.
Thank you very much for your service God bless you ❤❤
I don't want to name them but during the 2 minutes silence I picture the faces and names of each and every comrade I lost. Yes, I tear up every time. Gone, but not forgotten. "We Will Remember them"
"Grief is the price we pay for love"
So said our old Boss the Late Queen Elizabeth II.
They are never gone mate they will live on through their deeds
I live only 50 miles from London so I was able to go twice to see the poppies. They were a sight to see indeed. Such a massive loss of life it's impossible to comprehend.
I bet your glad you do live 50 miles from LONDONISTAN..
as an ex serviceman i thank you from the bottom of me heart for this post RESPECT TO YOU BOTH
Please don't thank us, Thank YOU for YOUR SERVICE! ❤️
@@TheNatashaDebbieShowit's very nice of you to Post something like this & so it gets many people's attention from All the Commonwealth countries, like My Grandfather served in the RAF During WW2 in North Africa.
Aussie combat vet
ALL veterans are divided by distance but connected by spilled blood,
But l will NEVER consider myself a hero,the true heroes are represented by those red poppies.🇦🇺🇺🇸
LEST WE FORGET
Thank you
@@denisewest7166
Aussie combat vet
Please ma’am DON’T thank me,l’m just a broken vet who did what he had to do but now asks EVERY day why l’m still here 🇦🇺🇺🇸
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Thank you
@@aaronbrown7217
Aussie combat vet
Please DON’T thank me Sir,l’m just a broken vet that doesn’t deserve to still be here 🇦🇺🇺🇸
I volunteered on the Somme Commemoration show at Heaton Park in Manchester. My great grandfather lost a leg aged 17 on the first day of the Somme. He survived in a shell crater and went on to be a carpenter. He even made his own false leg. Lest we forget. Thank you guys ❤
I was there, in remembrance of my great grandfather who died on the first day of the somme
Mate, that should be a book or movie....just the whole scenario of the bloke making his own leg!
Every time I pin a poppy on my chest I think of all those that fought, fight and have died in all conflicts in the past and to this day. I wear it with pride and thanks and always will ❤
As an ex British soldier, I would like to thank you, for paying a real and heartfelt tribute, to our fallen heroes.
As you have paid tribute to the British forces, I would like in return, to pay tribute to all the members of the Commwealth, US, and other Allied countries, who have fought, and continue fight, by our side, in the struggle for freedom.
Be proud of your familys military service, as they put their lives on the line, so people like you and me, could live free.
All gave some, but some gave all.
Thank you for your service from 🇬🇧
At the going down of the sun, we will remember them
Takes a very special human being to give what they did
An amazing tribute to all the fallen commonwealth heroes who served their countries so proudly. Lest We Forget 🇬🇧🇦🇺
Indeed.
I am an RAF Regiment veteran who was tasked to do some unpleasant things, That beautiful message you displayed at the start reduced me to tears. Regardless of the negative sound of the I just want to say thank you, it means much more than you could imagine.
That poppy field is the single most effective war art I’ve ever seen. My great uncle Albert isn’t represented there, but he was a victim of ww1, he came home from the Somme and killed himself a short while later.
❤️ Lest we forget!
He’s just as much casualty and a hero of WA1 as all the others are. 🌺
far too many did....it was that generation, you got on with life...no support or sympathy....poor men....
My great, great uncle isn't either he survived but was severely damaged by being gassed which lead to his death in the blitz due to the dust when a bomb hit close by. His brother is, however , represented
How awful. Poor man 😢
I ordered a poppy it cost £25 the money went to the veterans. Then I went down to London for the weekend and took photos it was an amazing display it really hit home and broke my heart. I thank the person that made / displayed / took down / packed / sent my poppy it means alot as a ex arm wife.
I was in the RAF Reserves back in 2014 and was at the Tower helping out with moving some bits for the Lord Mayor's Show. It took a long time because of the number of people coming up to us and sharing their respect. I still remember little kids pointing and waving and a little girl shouting "look mummy, a lady soldier!" I gave her a little hug. There was so much love. That was the same year my father died (he was a former lance corporal) ❤ great video
I always watch the Remembrance Sunday Service. My children grew up watching it and now their children watch it. It's important for young people to see, for just an hour or two, the severity of war, decades later. Our children were all in the cadets so they were taught about the carnage of war. Our second son intended to join the R.A.F., as my father, his grandfather had. Unfortunately, like me, he's colour blind so that didn't happen. I will watch this year, just like every year with tissues and tears. We will remember them. 💔😥💔
For many personal reasons I greatly appreciate two respectful Americans wearing poppies to remember the British and Commonwealth veterans who 'gave their todays so we have our tomorrows'. I was also touched to see you wearing the poppies for animal veterans. They also served and died and were injured.
There is a story that is relevant, tragic and touching:
'Theo' was an English Springer Spaniel who served as a bomb detection dog for the British Army whilst stationed in Afghanistan. His handler Lance Corporal Liam Tasker, was killed in March 2011, and sadly, Theo died within hours following a seizure. Let no one deny there is a special bond between handler and animal because that is why it works. They are a team.
At the time of their deaths, the pair were the most successful individual working dog team in Afghanistan, having made more bomb finds than any other during the course of the five months they were stationed there. Theo was awarded the 'Dickin Medal' for bravery. It is often referred to as the animal equivalent of the Victoria Cross.
Normal protocol is for a military animal to be buried where they died and not repatriated. In THIS case the British Army repatriated the pair back together to the UK. It has never been confirmed if the pair were buried together or not but his mother says "Liam and Theo are where they should be."
I am a Royal Navy veteran of the Cold War. I spent many years on frigates patrolling the seas hoping the worst would not happen, but prepared if it did. Your love of us veterans is much appreciated, and I re5urn your love.
What a tribute! So kind and caring. From a vet of 24 years
Thank YOU for your service!!! ♥️♥️
@@TheNatashaDebbieShow when I wear a Poppy. I wear it. Not just for the British soldiers who died in ww1,
I think about the British tribes that saw off the Vikings in 1066, I think. Of Boudicca and her army. Going to war against the Romans,
I think of Nelson and his sailors who saved our country from Napoleon,
I think of the British soldiers and colonial soldiers in ww1, I. Think. Of our soldiers who fell in ww2,
I think of the soldiers who fell in the Falklands war,
I think about them all. And thank them for what they did for our country,
R i p. Brave warriors. Gone but not forgotten ,
Thank you for your service
Thank YOU fir your Service
So proud to be British that we can remember our soldiers this way
Nothing proud to be british....soldiers have never died for their country or race
I am a 66 year old veteran from the uk and would like to saythank you to you two lovely ladies for your wonderfull videos ❤
I absolutely love the two of you. Thank you for your kind words and your absolute words of respect.
My grandad was in the Gordon Highlanders in ww1. Injured sent back gassed survived came home married my grandmother had eight children my mum being one. A true hero. Lest we forget. Love to you both from Aberdeen Scotland 🏴
My ancestor was in the Gordon Highlanders in WWI. He was a corporal killed in his 23rd year in 1916. I was surprised to find that a lot of Lancashire lads ended up in the Gordon Highlanders.
My great uncle was in the Highland and was caught by the japs in the prison of war camps may his soul rest in peace 🏴
My grandfather that's my mother's Dad was from London and was in the Gordon Highlanders he was know as Ginger but when he returned home his hair was completely white he survived but wounded in both arms later he married and had 4 son's and my mother he passed away 1962 I have a few old photos of him in kilt taken at the front with a screen behind him
13000 ex serviceman homeless google it one died on the streets & the UK house illegals migrant criminals freeloaders & terrorist plus Muslim grooming gangs the Uk is being taken over by Islam blacks & India the English are vanishing from politics football TV & Streets two wars that had nothing to do with Britain Europe loved WW1 so much they allowed Germany to mass arms for WW2 all Europe give the UK is illegals migrant criminals freeloaders & terrorist
Hi Natasha & Debbie. My father in law had his 101st birthday on 5th November 2023. He served in the Royal Navy during WW11. Still going strong. Loved your tribute in this video. It brought tears to my eyes.😢. May they all RIP. Bless you ladies, love, and health to you both. ❤
Thank you for the deep respect you show to our veterans. We will remember them. 🇬🇧🇺🇸
I travelled from the Midlands to see the poppies and it was awesome…..and what you cannot see is the atmosphere, the air of respect as people moved closer was palpable. I’m lucky enough to own a ceramic poppy. When it arrived it still carries the dust/mud from being in the Tower of London Moat and I wouldn’t dream of cleaning it.
🇳🇿🇦🇺🇺🇸🇬🇧 I have so much respect and appreciation for all of those who have or are serving in the military. Than you for your service! ❤ Thank you Natasha and Debbie for such a informative and respectful video ❤❤
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My now husband and I went to see this and it was breathtaking and moving, people from literally all around the world. Later the display was taken into the country on a smaller scale and we were lucky enough to see it at the local garrison, equally moving equally breathtaking.
On the eleventh hour,the eleventh day and the eleventh month we will remember them *Lest We Forget.*
Yes, our family always had/have that statement embedded into our souls. Both my grandfathers endured such horrendous ordeals during WW I. My maternal grandfather enlisted at the age of 16 years old, that's 3 years under age!! The authorities knew that many serving were under age & turned a blind eye to it! His uncle (who was younger than him) was 14 yrs old & served for over a year before his true age was revealed & he was sent back home, fortunately. By the time he reached the right age to re-enlist, the war was over, so he didn't have to return to France again, thank goodness!!
The worse idea for recruitment, was the "Pals" sign up, which wiped out whole generations of young boys & youths in all the villages & towns in the UK, leaving huge numbers of girls & young women single, because their boyfriends, beau's, fiancee, etc died during WW I. Such a tragedy all round. The sad tales & bitterness, etc, were rarely spoken off, though granddad ended up returning his medals in disgust & protest during the horrors of the "depression" & lack of government help. The Eastenders, had huge sympathy for the Jarrow Marchers & helped to assist & support them in many ways. All this made grandad work very hard to improve the lives of his own children, who all got good jobs & futures, etc & moved out of Bethnal Green to the home counties. Unfortunately he then had to watch his older children serve during WW II. My parents being the younger kids, were evacuated to the countryside & when they did eventually return home for a while, got bombed out. Once you have lost everything & have nothing to loose, the British bulldog spirit dug in, even children swore to "Never Surrender"!
Such a great generation of selfless people!!!
My father was 28yrs jn the British Army, fought in the Falklands, 4 tours of Northern Ireland, amongst tours of Belize, Singapore to name a few. He passed 6yrs ago but I remain incredibly proud of him. Rip dad. Ssgt John Lang xxx❤ Thank you for the touching tribute x❤
One of many heroes who now guard the gates of heaven
Dear Debbie & Natasha. Thank you from the bottom of my heart for this beautiful memorial. My Grandfather was a gunner in the Second World War. I was lucky that he came home to my Mother & Grandmother. He came with us to New Zealand. He was and will always be my hero. Jane in New Zealand 🇬🇧🇳🇿
My dad was a rear gunner. Luckily he came home.
Ladies! Wow! Thank you so much for this.
We will remember them. ❤
I bought one of the poppies from the Tower in memory of my young son, not a soldier just lost in a tragedy, thank you for the support you have given to all serving and lost veteran's. For many years I worked in a voluntary capacity with St John Ambulance at the London remembrance parade, where we met and helped many veteran's who were a delight, to talk to, I have wonderful memories and also one where I marched with pride on remembrance day in full uniform, how lucky am I.
You two are just beautiful people. I think the ceramic poppies represent something that starts as something soft and becomes so much stronger but also represents the fragility of life. I remember when it was first shown on tv and it was beyond words...respect to all both past and present ❤
After the display was completed, every poppy was sold and we have one. Every poppy was different so we have a unique treasure from this amazon's tribute.
My brother served for 6 years back in 2000 to 2006. He lost a friend feet away from him due to a morter attack. Bless all the soldiers who have fought past and present. My deepest respects to all the force's who served and serving. Takes so much courage. To be put in those positions. Love respects. RIP to the ones lost you served valiently with honour god bless xx
Its an amazing effort that was done so well. Im in Australia and every night they project a name of one of the 120,000 Australian war dead on the front of the building. You can go to their website and find the day and time when someone connected with your family will have their name projected onto the building. I remember taking my mother to see her brothers name on the facade of the building. Each name stays on for only a few minutes but its an amazing sight to see people standing outside at all hours of the night to see the name they have waited for to appear.
All gave some, but many gave their all, the ultimate sacrifice of them all THEIR LIFE. Each and everyone a hero. Infinite respect and thank you.
My dear father who passed away when he was 85, was a soldier in WW2. He enlisted at 18 and fought in Belgium and Germany. His best friend (another 19 year old from the Western Isles of Scotland , like my Dad) was shot in the head and killed right in front of him,2 days before the war ended. I think of that boy in the 2 minute silence.
🌺We will remember them 🌺
these two american lassies have a lot of soul
I'm a Londoner who lives in Kent now. I travelled up to London to meet my family (4 siblings and 9 nephews/nieces) for a Ripper Tour that my niece wanted to
enjoy on her birthday. We met at a pub very near the Tower of London and had a chance to visit and see the poppies before the tour started. I had two uncles (my Father's elder brother's) who I never met because they were killed in the war in Norway and Crete. I picked out a couple of poppies out of that sea of poppies and in my head thanked them and said that I wished I could have met them. Like you I respect those who served and at the same time wish that they hadn't had to.
I really loved how you mention the animals and both wear the purple for them. We wouldn't have legends like Simpson and his Donkey without that animal braving the battlefield to save lives. I never served but most of my family have and though I've got to work all weekend that Poppy will be staying on my shirt.
Thank you ladies for a wonderful tribute to service men and women. As an ex member of the Royal Air Force it’s much appreciated. ❤️❤️
I’ve a couple of young friends, now 5 and 9, for whom I’ve been buying dated poppies each year since they were born. When the older one was 4 we spoke about how the poppy is to remember that fighting is bad. Over subsequent years she got an understanding of war and the price of war and the meaning of the poppy has deepened for her. The younger one has been making her dad take her to the local war memorials so she can straighten up the wreaths. It’s good to see youngsters with such respect for the poppy as a symbol that represents others.
Oh my what an amazing tribute. I couldn’t hold my tears back. God bless you ladies.
AT THE GOING DOWN OF THE SUN WE WILL REMEMBER THEM 🙏🏻🙏🏻
My wife and I volunteered to plant the ceramic poppy art installation at the Tower of London, and the finished article was truely stunning and moving. We treasure the poppy we purchased for the British Legions great work for veterans. The whole endeavour with volunteers making the clay poppies and fired for painting was fitting. The effort was a tiny in terms of sacrifice, but it did at least with the numbers that came to pay tribute make sure everyone understood that those poppies was a soldier who had died serving their country.
13000 ex serviceman homeless google it one died on the streets & the UK house illegals migrant criminals freeloaders & terrorist plus Muslim grooming gangs the Uk is being taken over by Islam blacks & India the English are vanishing from politics football TV & Streets two wars that had nothing to do with Britain Europe loved WW1 so much they allowed Germany to mass arms for WW2 all Europe give the UK is illegals migrant criminals freeloaders & terrorist
Well done girls. This was a heartfelt and brilliant tribute. I also salute you.
We will remember them! To all serving past, present and future, THANK YOU!. Respect from a poppy seller in Cornwall 🇬🇧. Thank you both for the respectful memorial. 🙏🏻
I was a soldier. I will always be a soldier. We have no choice. No one who has not been a soldier can possibly understand what it means. All of these guys, friend and foe, are my brothers and sisters.
Thank you so much for this video. I'm British and have the utmost respect for all those have died and are fighting to this day. I can't even begin to imagine what it is like to be in conflict. I will remember them. x
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Thank you Ann x
You 2 are real Ladies and real human beings, you get it. Mick from the UK
It was an amazing tribute to our fallen in WW1, I bought one of the ceramic poppies for each of my children and we treasure them. Xx
My dear American sisters, remember, the haters have the liberty to be the A-holes they are, purely because of the sacrifice these great men made; but shame on them never the less. Love to you from England ❤
Amazing tribute, so moving. Lest we forget 🇬🇧🇺🇸❤️
Such a beautiful and thoughtful tribute, I salute you both. Thank you, greetings from England
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I wear a poppy, because of my relatives and the brave, fierce, warriors who fought and served their country. My Maternal Great-grandfather Percy Fromling (1897-1949) Royal Engineers WW1; Paternal Grandfather George William Connors (1920-1968) Royal Air Force WW2; and Maternal Great-Uncle Walter John Robertson Jr (1921-2014) British Army (8th Army) with General Montgomery. Rest In Peace My Own Special Heroes xx
I'll be remembering the tragic story of my Great Uncle George. His brother Sam was killed in WW1 in Northern France 1916. George waited for 2 years until 1918 to be old enough to join up. He still lied about his age and was just 17 when he was killed only about 20 miles from his brother , just 10 days before the end of the war. I've been fortunate to find both of their graves in France, the first person from the family in 100 years to find them. God Bless Sam and George.
Thanks Natasha and Debbie.
God bless Sam and George. One day we (the world) will learn to differ. Thanks for sharing.
God bless you Sam and George..
Beautiful and respectful video. Thank you to all past and present service men and women ❤
We were lucky to be able to buy one of the poppies. I served in the RAF, as did my parents, my wife also served in the RAF as did her older sister, who married someone in the RAF, her parents served in the army as did her brother who married someone in the RAF. Her younger sister joined the Royal Navy and married someone in the RAF. We have almost 250 years service to the crown.
Me and my sister have both bought one of those poppies they are beautiful, we are so pleased we managed to get two this video is such a tribute to our veterans, thank you for watching it, I'm from sheffield in the UK , xx
Thank you for a really moving tribute to our war heros.
What a very emotional but moving video this was. We never should forget the incredible service men and women have given and still do to keep us all safe. I think you ladies are so very respectful and thoughtful to all veterans of war. Thank you for sharing this video and your emotions with us all respect to you both.
The flags you displayed in the beginning combined with your beautiful words were so moving. At the going down of the sun and in the morning, we will remember them. Thank you to the veterans for your service and to those who gave their yesterday so we can have today ❤
My Great Aunt, lost three brothers in the first world war. I forget their names now, to my shame, but one was lost on the first day of the battle of the somme (one of the 20,000 dead) the second, seven days later in the same battle. One of these two was never found and his name is one of 72,000 on the Thiepval memorial (For those with no known grave). The third was wounded later in the war. He was hit by several machine gun bullets across the groin area. He physically recovered from his wounds, but said on several occasions he was "No longer a man" Shortly after the war, his mother found him hanging from a tree near their house. The military (rather charitably for the time I think) gave him a military funeral and his headstone reads that he died of wounds received. This always puts lump in my throat when I think about it. My family were in no way exceptional in their wartime experiences!
Yeah I lost 2 i might as well say 3 uncles because when the 1 uncle
came back home alive my mother said he was mentally dead.He never got over his 2 youngest brothers who was 17,19 & 22yo he encouraged them to sign up because they thought it was going to be a jolly good day out have a holiday and come back as hero's.The other 2 uncles went MIA he thinks they we're vaporised by a shell hitting them at point blank range and he wouldn't talk much and he had that 800 yard stare with hollow eyes..
Me and my family went to this it was so amazing to see in person and really hit home at the same time it was so quiet there it was hard to imagine you were surrounded by thousands of people
I was brought up in my grandparents house. My grandad served in the 2nd World War. Every 2 minute silence he would sob for his fallen friends. My grandad had kids & a wife. He had siblings. Some of his mates were unmarried only children. He remembered them. He is no longer with us. I never knew their names, but I try to think of them. My grandad rescued another man when another trench was shelled. The man was the only survivor & was injured. My grandad ran across under heavy gunfire & shelling & carried the man to relative safety. He never knew his name. I like to think that the man lived on & has family that remember him.
Me and my partner went to London to see these in person and it was absolutely spectacular. It was only the second time I'd been to London and it was so quiet around the Tower that you could hear a pin drop. It was incredible. I bought one of the poppies afterwards and still have it. It's unique and I love it. They sent them out after the event and kept a tracker I believe of where they all ended up so you could see a map of the UK (and World) and see where a poppy was sent.
This has touched me deeply, it’s hard to find any words that would come close to expressing my sadness, gratitude, love , respect and pride for ALL those who gave the ultimate sacrifice .but also those who did come home but will never be the same . We need to stop and remember and be thankful for our lives that they gave theirs to protect .
Well said!
Ty Debbie and Natasha for acknowledging Allies in the military and not just the American army. I truly appreciate this
My brother received one of the poppies, for my great uncle, Harold Lord who was killed in action on November 1, 1914. His was one of the names read out in the rolls of honor nightly. He was in the expeditionary forces that deployed to Belgium in August 1914. He died at the battle of Ypres after having two horses shot from under him. His name is on the Menin Gate rememberence gates. My brother also has his medals. He joined the military in 1911, aged 18. He was 21 when he died.
I've said it before and I'll say it again. I hate war. I hate the idea of war. But I have nothing but utter admiration for anyone who is willing to put their life on the line in order to save those they hold dear. RIP my father Robert, who served in the Royal New Zealand Navy during WWII, running convoy support (and having his ship heavily damaged off the Solomon Islands), and my grandfather James, who was in the British Army in the Somme during WWI. Thankfully both returned from their service, but many of their friends didn't. Now, you two - hug each other. You need it after that.
I shall be marching this coming Sunday (12th) at The Cenotaph. This will be my 2nd year on parade. So proud to be there and take part.
It was stunning to see. People quietly talking to strangers. The sculptures looked like blood pouring out of the window and flowing out of the moat gorgeous.
Thank you ladies X
What a beautiful tribute to the fallen. Thank you N&D. Ignore the haters cos there’s nothing you can do about them apart from not giving them air time. 🇬🇧❤️🇺🇸
The man loved so much was killed Iraq...he fought in Bosnia Afghanistan & Iraq..also my dad fought in the 2ww in Italy & Greece I wear my metal poppy every single day at 11oclock next to my heart..at the going down of the sun we will remember them...God bless everyone of those who served & serving...Thank you
I watched your video with my mum. We both found it to be very touching and moving. Your sincerity and respect of our fallen and serving is commendable, so thank you.
Thank you for your remembrance of the allied armed forces around the world
We purchased one of these poppies , being an ex serviceman it has pride of place in our home
Ladies. thankyou for presenting these videos. The Tower of London Poppies are most moving, while it's always good to here veteran telling their stories. I have two members of my family buried in war cemeteries, both called John, & both killed at the age of 20 years. One was my Great Uncle, buried near Amiens in 1918, the other is close to the Belgian border during the Dunkirk evacuation, in 1940. I never knew them of course, but I think of them, along with all the other veterans, lost & surviving, at this time of year especially. Bless you. The ceramic poppy installation was created for the hundredth anniversary of the outbreak of the first world war in 2014, & people later were able to buy one of the poppies, as a donation to the Remembrance appeal.
I am always reminded of the greatest piece of advice I was given by my grandfather who was involved in both World Wars. He and his comrades and their families back home sacrificed much and risked it all to give us the right to choose to live how we wanted, to say what we want, to do what we want, just because we can. But he pointed out they also earned us to the right to choose not to say something and not do something, and often that is the kindest and the right thing to do.
Knowing which is the challenge they left us.
Beautifully said. They say that the reason why war vets never talk about a war, is that it recurs bad memories. It isn't that....the reason they don't talk about their experience, is that it's personal, and they don't want to be boasting about what they did. My Dad was a Royal marine commando at D-Day, but he never talked about it, unless you asked him, then he was happy to tell you all the stories (and some very funny stories they were, crazy things that happened)
I visited this installation and have to say that, although the visuals in the video are incredible, nothing I’ve seen has the same effect as actually seeing it in person. The impact was moving and stunning, your senses were overwhelmed with the scale of this amazing art work.
Thank you from London.
'At the going down of the sun and in the morning we will remember them' ❤ 🇬🇧
And thank you (from across the pond) for your genuine appreciation. LEST WE FORGET.
This was so moving. Thank you to all who have served and are still serving.
Respect to those that have served and are serving us to the fallen and the wounded true heroes.
Thank you for serving to all who have served
🇦🇺🇦🇺my Dad Leonard Mcleod (Google him) was on of 3000 Aussies who were way to young or way too old or not accepted in to the services due to some impairment, who signed with General MacArthur to form the United States Army Small Ships. They were the backbone of the allied forces. This turned the war around. My Dad is still alive but is not well at the moment. He was 15 when he joined the Australian Army, four times with four different names and ages.He got away with the last attempt and was fighting in New Guinea on his 16th birthday. After a medical discharge and finding out his real age he was kicked out. He went to MacArthur in Sydney and signed up. He went right though to the Battle of Leyte Gulf. This Rememberance Day is the only one he won’t be attending as sadly he isn’t well. So I say LEST WE FORGET
I am so sorry to hear your dad won't be able to attend! I had uncles that survived the Second World War and none of them talked about what they endured! Sigh! They have all passed on and I will raise a glass to your dad if I may! Both my parents were in the Second World War! My mum served in the W.R.A.F and my dad was in a protected proffession and worked on the quality control of three of the Floating harbours amongst other things such as building Airfields back then! R.I.P Mum and dad 😢
@@nigeldewallens1115sometimes I think it would be great if we heard more, but I have read a book by my Grandmothers cousin that was given to the family, and by the end had a lot of hatred for the Japanese of the time. It maybe that by not talking, they are letting the later generations do the healing that they couldn’t and striving for improved relations with everyone in an endeavour (however fruitless it sometimes feels) for peace, so that no one else will have to go through what they did.
That’s what I now hang on to. My Grandfathers I am sure still held on to hate and wanted better for their kids and grandkids.
I too which to send my thanks to all who have served and all currently in service and remind them that they are loved and there are people willing to listen if ever they need to let it out.
You brought me to tears about your very brave and determined father...Please give him a hug today of all days..Bless him.
@@nigeldewallens1115 🍷thank you
@@margaretflounders8510 ❤️thank you
I got involved with the poppy display at the Tower of London right at the very end, helping to take them out of the ground to be packed and sent out. My birthday falls around Remembrance Day, and it was only seeing the mind-boggling number of those poppies from down amongst them at ground level that really brought home the significance of it all. It was truly incredible, and an honour to have been part of. It was made all the more real because the day I was helping it was pouring with rain and we were covered in mud by the end of it.
My grandad fought in ww1 My dad in ww2 we lived as a millatary family for many years, i stand proud on rememberance day in honor of all millatary around the world ❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤
I went to see this with my mum and my Dad, a 22 year veteran of the Army. It was such a sombering experience. I was so humbled to be there and pay respect to those who paid the ultimate price.
Another great video, thank you ladies. We have one of the poppies in remembrance of my great uncle Cyril who died in 1916 along with 847 of his shipmates when his ship, HMS Vanguard blew up in port, he was 22 years old and two weeks away from getting married, thanks again from one very grateful and reflective brit
I am fortunate to have not lost anyone in my family to conflict,however i did lose a school friend in the Falklands campaign and i will be laying a cross at his memorial stone at the school we both attended as i have done for several years.As he was buried at sea this is the only place his family and friends can pay their respects .excellent video as always ladies,much love x.
An amazing tribute to the soldiers lost in WWI, I remember seeing the tribute coming together on the series Inside the Tower of London episode. In memory of an family member who passed away in the great war Gilbert Edward Jones (1889 - 1918) 51st Battalion. Lest we forget 🇦🇺
I was only 9 when my parents took me to see the poppies but I still remember that day. That year we all got a poppy from the display for Christmas which I didn’t quite appreciate at the time but now I’m very grateful I’ve got one.