- Normandy Veteran's Association -
The Normandy Veterans' Association was launched in Britain in April 1981.
By 1985 there were thirty five branches in the UK. There are currently around 100 branches around the world.
Each branch organises its own local events and also attends national events.
The aims of the association are to:
- Encourage the 1944 spirit of comradeship, irrespective of rank or social position
- Promote contacts between former comrades via branch meetings, reunions etc.
- Organise visits to places of interest and former battlefields
- Give practical assistance to members and their dependents who are in need
- Educate the younger generations about the times and past deeds of their forebears.
Going Forwards
It is understood at this time that the Normandy Veterans Association is to continue at local Branch level, although there are to be no further nationally organised events held.
Last Service
The Normandy Veteran's Association held an evensong service at Westminster Abbey, London on October 25th 2009.
The Normandy Prayer
“Oh Eternal Lord God who has united together all the Veterans of the Normandy Campaign
We beseech you to grant your Blessing and give strength to carry on our work to bring aid and common purpose throughout our Association.
We ask this in the name of Jesus Christ, whose courage never fails. Amen”