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As we all come together for the National Service of Remembrance this Sunday 10 November and observe the 2 minutes of silence at 11am to commemorate the brave sacrifice of all those who lost their lives for their country.
Blind Veterans UK the national charity for vision-impaired ex-service men and women will be supporting their blind veterans in making the journey to London to march past the Cenotaph, or to mark the important occasion at events closer to home.
RNIB Connect Radio’s Toby Davey was joined by Blind Veteran Graham Grange who was a musician in the Coldstream Guards and will be attending his local war memorial on Sunday with his trusty Guide Dog to remember all those service men, women and civilians who gave so much for their country and for us all too.
Graham talks about his musical military career in the Coldstream Guards, playing for the late Queen, why it is so important to remember on Remembrance Sunday as well as on Armistice Day on Monday 11 November and how Blind Veterans UK have helped him over the years since he started to lose his sight.
If you, or someone you know, served in the Armed Forces, including National Service, and are now struggling with sight loss, do get in touch with Blind Veterans UK by calling 0800 389 7979 or visit their website - https://www.blindveterans.org.uk
(Image shows Graham sat in his living room with his guide dog next to a piano)
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