In march of 2009. i went on a tour of the Canadian battle fields withs my school, and one thing that took place while we were in Ieper was that we went to the Menin Gate, we layed some flowers in memory of the fallen, and it was very emotional, but something happed when the ceremony was done, we saw a Veteran there, who was with his sons, we took it apond our selfs to go over and say thank you. we were all really emotional, and we were happy. i am an army cadet soo this is especialy emotional for me, i take part in many ceremonies. But this one was by far the most amazing and emotional, i have a goal to come back to see more, and to learn more, lest we forget!

I will be attending the Last Post with my father Mark Staplehurst (P.W.R) on the 11th as it is my 25th birthday. I can not wait, one for the experience and also to pay my respects. All the best. Richard Staplehurst 11/11/1984

Thank you very much for your continued efforts to honor Pvte Alfred Lloyd Powell, 757707, who served in the CEF with the 78th Bn., Canadian Infantry (Manitoba Regt. and was KIA on 30 October 1917 and is Memorilized at Panel 24-26-28-39 Ypres, Menin Gate. Pvte Powell was my uncle and namesake that I didn't to know having lost his life in the service of his country at age 20. May he rest in peace.

The most moving experience of my visit. I will never forget it, my father, as a young soldier spent time here. Thankfully he came home. May Talbot House remain for ever.

My Grandfather survived 3 and 1/2 years as a Prisoner of War after Ypres. No doubt he lost many comrades. His now 85 year old daughter (my Aunt) on her first trip to Belgium and France and I attended early this month. Very moving. Even writing this is bringing tears to my eyes. I wear your memorial pin proudly and will never forget.

I was at the 27915th ceremony - may that number continue to frow infinitely. It was one of the most moving experiences of my life, especially as I had the great privillege of laying a wreath for our school. Thank you for allowing us to remember.

Our group "Canadians At War Tour 2009" had the wonderful opportunity to participate at The Menin Gate "Last Post Ceremony" in Ieper on June 2nd, 2009. I had the privilege to do the Exhortation. It was one of the highlights on our tour to France, Belgium and Normandy. We all have memorable experience and Thank You to The Last Post Association Kindest Regards, In Pace Paratus CWO (ret'd) Brian Budden,CD Group Leader

I have been many times and each time has been an honour. Lest we forget.

«Il n'y a d'autre enfer pour l'homme que la bêtise ou la méchanceté de ses semblables.» Je me souviens - 22eme Bataillon Cérémonie du 21 juillet 2009. Merci de maintenir le souvenir de nos morts.