A free cemetery tour helping people to discover the heritage on the Isle of Man has been launched by the Commonwealth War Graves Commission.
The tour will take place on June 23 at 6:30pm and will mark the 80th anniversaries of VE Day and VJ Day.
Elsewhere in these Isles, tours have operated during the CWGC’s annual War Graves Week, from May 2 to 11, and continue over the summer in towns and cities through England, Scotland, and Wales – and for the first time this year, the Isle of Man.
Wartime Stories
The tour in Douglas will give people the chance to discover the remarkable stories of the men and women of the Commonwealth forces that died in the First and Second World Wars who are buried and commemorated in the Isle of Man.
This is an initiative aimed at encouraging people from the Isle of Man to come together and discover the world war heritage on our doorstep.
Learning about the stories of those commemorated by the CWGC in Douglas and the skills, dedication and expertise of those CWGC staff and volunteers who work to keep their memory alive.
Commonwealth War Graves
The Commonwealth War Graves Commission Director of Education, Engagement and Volunteering, Simon Bendry, said: “This year marks a special and unique year with the 80th anniversaries of VE Day and VJ Day.”
“We are incredibly excited for people to come out and join one of our tours or exhibitions over the coming weeks, and to share their stories of the fallen so we can keep telling them for generations to come.”
To find out more and book a tour, visit here.
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