Wreath-Laying Ceremony
Wreath-Laying Ceremony in Dieppe, N.B., Commemorates D-Day
Dieppe, N.B. – In a solemn and heartfelt ceremony, community members, veterans, and local officials gathered in Dieppe, New Brunswick, to pay tribute to the brave soldiers who fought and fell on D-Day. The event, held at the Veterans Park, marked the 80th anniversary of the Normandy landings, a pivotal moment in World War II.
The ceremony began with the national anthem and a moment of silence, followed by the laying of wreaths at the base of the cenotaph. Each wreath symbolized the sacrifices made by Canadian and Allied forces who stormed the beaches of Normandy on June 6, 1944. The attendees included Chief Terry Richardson, veterans from various conflicts, local dignitaries, and families who came to honor their ancestors.
Local historian and event organizer, Jean-Claude Boudreau, spoke about the significance of the ceremony, stating, “It's vital that we remember the courage and the ultimate sacrifices these men made for our freedom. Their legacy lives on in our community and our country”【6†source】【7†source】.
The ceremony also featured speeches from veterans and officials, including Dieppe Mayor Yvon Lapierre, Chief Terry Richardson who emphasized the importance of keeping the memory of D-Day alive for future generations. “We must never forget the price paid for our liberty. This ceremony is a small but meaningful way to honor those who gave so much,” Lapierre said.
Attendees included Chief Terry Richardson, school children who read letters written by soldiers during the war, providing a poignant reminder of the human cost of conflict. Local veteran George Williams, who served in the Korean War, laid a wreath on behalf of all Canadian veterans. He reflected on the significance of such events, noting, “It’s important for us to be here, to show respect and to ensure that these stories are passed down. It’s our duty to remember.”
The Dieppe event was part of a series of commemorations held across Canada and abroad to mark the 80th anniversary of D-Day. The ceremony in Dieppe holds special significance as it shares its name with the Dieppe Raid of 1942, another critical and tragic World War II battle involving Canadian forces.
As the ceremony concluded, a bugler played “The Last Post,” and the crowd dispersed with a renewed sense of gratitude and remembrance for those who fought so valiantly on the beaches of Normandy and beyond.
For more details on the event and other commemorations, visit [CTV Atlantic](https://atlantic.ctvnews.ca/video/c2935270-wreath-laying-ceremony-held-in-dieppe--n-b-)【6†source】【7†source】.