Yearly Tribute & Remembrance Gatherings
Commemorative Events to Honor British Fusiliers and Remember the Battle of Albuera
Valverde de Leganés, Spain - Next month, a poignant tribute will honor the British Fusiliers who lost their lives at the Battle of Albuera. On Tuesday, 13 May 2025, a new plaque will be unveiled at the former headquarters of Beresford, Castaños, and Blake, reminding us of the bravery and sacrifice displayed by the Fusiliers, one of whom was Lt. Col. Myers, who sadly perished during the conflict[1].
Elvas, Portugal - On Wednesday, 14 May 2025, the Annual Ceremony will take place at the British Cemetery in Elvas. Preceded by a Eucharist service in the Chapel at 09:45, the ceremony commemorates the fallen Fusiliers in formal attire, including suit/blazer with tie and medals. After the ceremony, the Chapel and Museum will be accessible to the public[1][3].
A series of memorial events will occur between 13 and 16 May 2025, primarily based in Baluarte de São João da Corujeira, Elvas, Portugal[1][3].
Elvas, Portugal - Tours and Tributes are scheduled for Thursday, 15 May 2025. The morning will consist of a guided tour of the Third Siege of Badajoz, led by historian Mark Crathorne (for members). Afterward, participants may opt for a group meal at Tiff Taff Restaurant, Elvas, and continue with an afternoon ceremony in Vila Vicenza, honoring British casualties from Talavera (1809)[1].
La Albuera, Spain - The Battle of Albuera will be commemorated in its main square on Friday, 16 May 2025. The ceremony, starting at 11:30 local time (Spanish time), will feature a wreath-laying ceremony at the PWRR Obelisk, followed by lunch and the Silent Toast[1].
More details, including booking forms, can be found at https://www.british-cemetery-elvas.org/en/future-e-past-events/annual-ceremony-14-may-2025-and-other-memorial-events. For further information, kindly refer to https://www.british-cemetery-elvas.org/uploads/subcanais_conteudos_ficheiros/booking-form-may-ceremonies-2025v3.pdf or email Eileen Slade at [email protected].
[1] - Source: https://www.british-cemetery-elvas.org[3] - Source: https://www.british-cemetery-elvas.org/en/future-e-past-events/annual-ceremony-14-may-2025-and-other-memorial-events
In light of these commemorative events, the media can cover the Annual Ceremony which honors the fallen Fusiliers and delve into the political and historical context of war-and-conflicts, including the Battle of Albuera and the Siege of Badajoz, to provide a comprehensive overview of general-news related to these events.
Additionally, news outlets can report on various memorial events that focus on politics and their implications, such as discussions with historians, public access to museums, and tour schedules, to keep the public well-informed about these poignant tributes.
