In the New Year we have lots of exciting things happening with the project and there will be plenty of opportunities to get involved with the project and find out more about what is happening.
We're currently compiling the list of names to go on the cenotaph in Chorley next year
We are currently putting together a list of the people who we have identified as eligible for inclusion on the new panels around the Cenotaph. The list has been compiled by using several methods, including many volunteer hours reading through archived material and researching local memorials.
I’d like to take this opportunity to thank all our volunteers and the Chorley branch of the Lancashire Family History Society for the work that they have put in on the project.
Our research has also uncovered many stories about what happened to people whilst serving and what was happening in Chorley during those times. We will be using some of this information in the upcoming “Chorley Remembers” book and also in the Remembrance Experience in Astley Hall.
However, we are keen to hear from anyone who has had a relative with a Chorley connection serve in the forces in times of conflict and has a story, information or photo that they would like to share. Remember, we are interested to hear about all conflicts from the Boer War until the present, not just the World Wars.
In January we will publish our initial list of the names that have been identified for inclusion on the new panels along with the eligibility criteria.
If you think that you have an eligible relative, please check the list. It will be available in local libraries and our website. If your relative is not listed please get in touch so that we can check their eligibility. Indeed, even if your relative is on the list we’d still appreciate hearing from you as it may help us confirm our information.
Many thanks to the families that have already been in touch.
A happy Chritmas and New Year to all and a reminder to keep checking our website as we have a very busy year planned!
