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World War Two hero to receive his medals after waiting for 80 years

George Lewis, who is now 98, served with the Royal Tank Regiment but he never received his medals.

18 Jul

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Gurkha veterans who lost limbs in Afghanistan brought together by challenge

Two Gurkha veterans, and lifelong friends, who were injured in battle just one day apart are cycling from Kent to Belgium.

29 Jun

Amount raised for Poppy Appeal 'severely' harmed by Storm Ciarán says organiser

Recent bad weather caused people to stay home.

12 Nov 2023

Afghan veteran urges others to support Poppy Appeal which 'saved his life'

More than £200,000 raised by Jersey Poppy Appeal

Field of Remembrance opens in memory of lives lost at war

Poppies sold as one of the biggest street collections of its kind in Europe

Veteran says Poppy Appeal donations helped 'change her life'

Remembrance Day 2022 events across the Border region

Fire causes damage at Galashiels British Legion

Poppy Day: Military staff and volunteers hope to raise £50,000 in one day

Could you attend funeral of Navy captain who died with no family?

Four Midlands faces front this year's 'very different' Poppy Appeal

Flying without wings: 100-year-old Don goes 'skydiving' for charity

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