Puttees and Khaki Breeches in Steel
EAGLEHAWK Sunday 9 April 2015: A bitter wind drags on close-held suit jackets heavy with medals as veterans of several wars creep carefully along soft, newly-laid cemetery-paths towards a solitary figure dressed in Great War khaki. Behind the still figure a waterfall of crimson poppies cascade over a shrouded shape, both surrounded by chairs for dignitaries. A lone bugler stands at attention as a quiet voice asks those attending the unveiling of Eaglehawk’s new ‘Lone Pine’ memorial to draw closer. Read More…
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