IN every major conflict since the late 19th century, the Salvation Army has been there on the frontline, caring for the men and women who were serving their nation.
From the Boer War to the Gulf War and all in between, that service has been given unswervingly, without respect to colour or creed – even to the extent of serving both sides when that frontline moved, as it so often did.
Yet, at the Remembrance Sunday service at Keighley Shared Church, there was no mention given to the Salvation Army amongst the list of organisations participating.
The fire service, police, St John Ambulance, scouts, guides, Rotary, Lions etc were all mentioned – as they should have been – but not one mention of those who have been right up there, facing the same shells, scud missiles, etc.
Is it not time some credit was given where it is due?
MAJOR ALAN HICKMAN Salvation Army
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