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Belgians' ceremonies of Remembrance impressed de Rabbie Continued from pg. 9 quite regularly, someone often becomes overwhelmed with emotion at that site. It's one of the most well-known sites for many Canadian soldiers, and it certainly had a huge effect on me." Another moving experience was at the Menin Gate, in Ypers, Belgium. "They hold a daily Service of Remembrance there at 8 p.m.," said de Rabbie. "I couldn't believe it-- there were hundreds of people turning out to the services. "You know, before I left, I thought we members of the Royal Canadian Legion had done a pretty good job of honouring and remembering our veterans over the years," said de Rabbie. "But after seeing how much passion and dedication the Belgium people have, doing a Remembrance Day service, every day of the year-- and people come out in the hundreds, honouring `our' veterans-- well, I now know we Canadians have a ways to go before we catch up." In Holland, the group visited Holten Canadian War Cemetery, which contains the graves of 1,382 Canadian soldiers of the Second World War. During the 15 days of the trips, they performed numerous services of Remembrance, and de Rabbie acted as Sergeant at Arms for many of them. For some of the services, his wife Alice acted as part of the colour party as well. "I must admit, I returned a changed man," said de Rabbie. "I have such an appreciation for the fallen Canadian soldiers and will never forget the things I felt and saw. At the same time, by sharing this experience with others in the group, we came to be almost like a big family. It's an experience that I know I will never forget. I'm so glad I went." 9 Remembrance Day, GEORGETOWN & ACTON · Tuesday, November 8, 2011 Top: George de Rabbie at the beach in Dieppe. Right: Pilgrimage participants take part in the Service of Remembrance at the Menin Gate, Ypres, Belgium. Photos courtesy George de Rabbie. Country Heritage Park Heritage Parade of Lights November 12 & 13 Gates open 5:30 pm · Parade starts 6 pm Spectacular parade of vintage tractors and machinery decorated in coloured festive lights · Tractor drawn wagon rides after the parade · Refreshments served after the parade in the Gambrel Barn · Meet Santa, Mrs. Claus and their jolly elves ADMISSION: CASH DONATION PO W ER ED BY NATIVITY PAGEANT November 25, 26, 27 & 28 · 6:30 pm - 9:00 pm · Re-live the Walk to Bethlehem · Guided tours · Authentic costumes · Sheep & Shepherds · 20 Scenes to visit · Wiseman & camel · Miniature donkeys · Roman soldiers · Manger scene in log barn · King Herrod's court · Begin your journey in a heated 8000 sq ft Gambrel barn · Refreshments at the end of your journey · Tractor drawn wagon rides for the return trip from Bethlehem · A co-operative program of Christian churches working together and Country Heritage Park ADMISSION: ADULTS $5.00 · CHILDREN FREE Walk to Bethlehem Saturday December 31, 2010 6:00 pm - 1:00 am · Doors open 6:00 pm · Gala evening · Dance · Silent auction · Buffet dinner 7:00 pm · Late night snack · Party favours Order tickets early... Reserve now! Call 905-878-8151 · Tickets: Couple $140 Single $75 - Before Dec. 2, 2011 New Years Eve Gala Programs Subject to Change Check out our website for full event details & events list. www.countryheritagepark.com 8560 Tremaine Rd., Milton, ON 905-878-8151