D Day 80 Isle of Wight community book released in Yarmouth

Yarmouth mayor Debbie McCleary welcomed High Sheriff Graham Biss and his wife Sue to the event, which saw no empty seats.

Contributors, their families and supporters of the project gathered to commemorate the historical milestone.

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The book features contributions from 90 people, compiling memories and photographs from Yarmouth residents and those with strong ties to the area.

Throughout the afternoon, the High Sheriff engaged with contributors, listening to their stories and reflecting on the shared history.

Graham was presented with a copy of the book and his wife Sue received a bouquet of old roses, known to be grown in 1944.

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The book is available from Holdings of Yarmouth and was supported by Yarmouth Town Trust, Delphie Lakeman Trust, IW National Landscapes and the Herapath Shenton Trust.

Photo above shows: Back row from left, Maureen Chalk, Peter Waite, Betty Coates-Evans, Peter Isaacs, Graham Biss, Michael Adams, Raymond Saunders, Heather Cooper, Colin Marsh and Jill Cowley.

Front row, Pat Burt, Annette Haynes, Debbe McCleary, Sheila Saunders, Delia Whitehead and Ron Wallis.