Hi Folks
I too am horrified that people could steal these tributes to bravery from a headstone, it is unbelievable how low some people will stoop. I also have never seen them on a headstone here in australia, I understand the BWMP, but what does CWGC stand for? I had never actually heard of these medallions until ours was handed to me, there was no family story or anything, it was a real surprise, so although these may have been common here once, many of my generation would be ignorant like me!!
Elaine, I am glad this posting has helped you out too, and that I am not altogether stupid. You are right it is a brilliant site and we all owe Aghadowey a huge thank you.
Anne, what wonderful volunteer work you do, that must be both interesting and rewarding, well done. Although you must find it irritating and disappointing when you come across such blatant disregard for the dead.
Rest assured everyone, that our medallion will not be found on ebay. I am mounting it and placing small copies of the letters that came with it beside it in the frame. I will try to ensure if my children don't want it, it passes to a family member who does, but who can ever be sure of ones possessions once one is dead?
Here's hoping
Lones
