For Your Tomorrow: a history of the 2nd Battalion The Durham Light Infantry, 1919-55.

Saturday 3rd December - 2.00pm

A talk by Harry Moses

Based on his newly published book, Harry Moses' talk is about the experiences of officers and men over the period 1919-55. It traces the life of the Durham soldier in colonial India between 1920 and 1937, the actions of the Battalion in France/Belgium in 1940, the bitter fighting in Burma in the Arakan and Kohima 1943-44, and the peacetime activities after the war. It is a story of courage, devotion to duty and considerable humour, for which the Durham soldier is renowned. As well as fighting, the Battalion's considerable sporting achievements are included along with active service in Shanghai and the North West Frontier.

There will be a small drinks reception after the talk at which copies of the book will be available to purchase and be signed by the author.

Tickets (normal admission cost also applies)

Adult £4.50, Concession £3.50, Children (4-16 years) £2.50

Annual Pass Holders

Adult £2.50, Concession £2.00, Children (4-16 years) £1.50

Tickets can be bought in advance from the DLI shop or by calling 0191 384 2214.

The Durham Light Infantry Association

BRANCH BULLETIN NOVEMBER 2011

86.11 MAJOR C.E. DARWIN MBE

Prior to the Executive Committee Meeting held on Wednesday 16 November Major C..E. Darwin MBE announced his retirement from the position of Chairman of the Association. In a short ceremony Major Paul Wharton MM presented him with a suitably inscribed Port-Hole Clock. Thanking Ted for his almost 19 years as Chairman he paid tribute to the 60 years of faithful service to the Regiment in a number of vital areas.

87.11 ASSOCIATION - CHAIRMAN & VICE CHAIRMAN

At the Executive Meeting Major Paul Wharton MM and Major Chris Lawton MBE were appointed Chairman and Vice Chairman respectively.

88.11 DLI CALENDARS 2012

The 2012 DLI Association Calendar is now SOLD OUT. If any branch has any surplus calendars please return them to the Rifles Durham Office.

89.11 CHRISTMAS CARDS

Branches who have not yet purchased this years Christmas Cards should do so as soon as possible.

90.11 REGIMENTAL BLAZER - ROYAL ENGINEERS

The Secretary of the Consett & Stanley Branch has been given a size 39 navy blue blazer with a Royal Engineer breast pocket badge together with a RE tie. A donation to the Memorial Fund will secure these items. Telephone Tommy Gibson on 01207 235293

91.11 GREEN BERETS

The Rifles office has now access to a supply of LI green berets in most sizes. Please contact the Rifles Durham Office if you wish to purchase at £10 each.

92.11 DARLINGTON & NEWTON AYCLIFFE BRANCH

The December meeting of the above branch which usually takes place on the 1st Tuesday of the month has been changed the 2nd Tuesday of the month which is the 13th of December. There will be a Quiz and raffle after the meeting. The venue remains the RBL Club in McMillan Road, Newton Aycliffe. Please advise the Secretary if your branch intends to visit.

93.11 SOCIAL EVENING - CITY OF SUNDERLAND

The above branch is holding a Christmas Party on Wednesday 7 December in the Royal Artillery Club (Gunners) Mary Street, Sunderland - there will be entertainment and a Chinese Buffet - commencing at 7pm tickets can be obtained from Norman McMahon on 0191 5483356 at £5 each.

94.11 MINUTES - EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE MEETING

The Minutes of the Executive Committee which met on Wednesday 15 November are enclosed with this Bulletin. Please ensure that their contents are made known to your members.

95.11 DEATHS

The Rifles Durham Office has been informed of the following deaths since the last Bulletin:

Jack McGee - Chester Le Street Branch

John (Tich) Carter - KSLI/3LI

John Ross - DLI

Bob Beck- DLI

May they Rest in Peace

 

Kevin Storey

Rifles Office

Secretary Durham

Update, Festival of Remembrance Concert

The second Festival of Remembrance Concert took place to a packed audience at Durham Cathedral on Saturday night.The proceeds going to The Royal British Legion and ABF The Soldiers’ Charity.

  

LINK  to all photos.

Armistice Day Durham Cathedral

For the first time in 30 years Armistice Day was marked at the Durham Light Infantry First World War Memorial at the exterior of the East End of Durham Cathedral. Earlier this year, Cathedral staff removed hoarding that has been around the East End for thirty years as stone renewal work has taken place. The War Memorial was hidden during this time. This Armistice Day it is fully on view and the day will be marked with a visit from the 18th Battalion of the Durham Light Infantry, also known as the Durham Pals.

 

 

 

Festival of Remembrance Concert- Durham Cathedral

Saturday 12 November, Durham Cathedral, 7.30pm

This year marks the 90^th anniversary of the Royal British Legion, who is joining with the ABF Solder’s Charity to present a special evening of words and music.  Compared by Alasdair Hutton, with the Heavy Cavalry & Cambrai Band, Graeme Danby, John Rowland, Julie Pendleton, Vicky Guillory, Alison Cochlan, Sunderland University Choir, and Low Fell Ladies Choir.

Tickets:  £15 & £10 from the Gala Theatre Box Office  0191 332 4041

A Royal British Legion and ABF Soldiers’ Charity promotion