Mayor Of Selby's Added Touch To Remembrance Sunday Service

Remembrance Sunday is always special, moving and poignant - but this year's ceremony has an extra touch to help us remember the significance of what Britain's war dead sacrificed for us.

This year, Remembrance Sunday in Selby will be even more moving than usual.

Mayor of Selby Graham Gatman - who is a former member of the Armed Forces - has organised a ceremony that will touch the heart of everyone there.

War poems by Wilfred Owen - Futility, Dulce et Decorum Est, and The Soldier - will be read to the congregation by members of the Forces.

The haunting, powerful pieces by Owen tear apart the propaganda that existed at the time of war - the idealistic notion that war was a thrilling adventure; and that it was "sweet and honourable" for young men to die for their country.

The Piper's Final Lament will also be played - a deep, meaningful piece that would move the strongest soul to tears.

Mayor Selby told Minster FM News: "The world is not a safe place sometimes, and we need brave individuals to stand in front of us."

"[Today's] a special day for us to remember that there are some very brave people out there, and that's why I pay my respects."