Dear All,
One of the events being planned in commemoration of the 50th anniversary of the end of Australia’s involvement in the Vietnam War is a Vigil to be held at gravesites and memorials throughout Australia and overseas on 3 August 2023. This would be a great opportunity for Scheyvillians to pay their respects to our graduates who were Killed in Action and also perhaps to those classmates who have passed since.
Our KIA and their gravesites are;
2LT J. Fraser- Nerang QLD
2LT A.D. Jellie- Pasadena SA
2LT T.E. Langlands- Beresfield NSW
2LT I.G. Mathers- Holland Park QLD
2LT D. Paterson- Pasadena SA
2LT K.P. Rinkin- Taree NSW
2LT G.C.Sharp- Tamworth NSW
2LT L.A.Taylor- Box Hill VIC
In addition, we all know of others who have since passed.
We have several months to prepare. Give some thought to how we might be able to pay due homage to our fallen classmates on 3 Aug.
A Vigil at the gravesites of the above would be the least we could do. Perhaps a commemorative gathering locally afterwards.
More can be found on www.vvv.org.au
A worthwhile endeavour.
Regards
Brian Cooper
National Deputy Chair and Commemoration Liaison
Comments and ideas welcome please
Brian Cooper
bctcooper@gmail.com
0418373874