Roy Humble, left, and his brother, Ben, the mountaineer.
A film of special interest to Dumbarton viewers is going out on Channel 5 on Saturday evening, according to Roy Humble, who was born and brought up at Bellfield House in West Bridgend.
Roy, an anaesthetist, now lives in retirement in Calgary, Canada, where he was a consultant at the city hospital. His wife, Betty, is in care in Calgary and because of restrictions put in place due to coronavirus, he can’t get to visit her at present. He does see his daughter, Noreen, on a regular basis however.
The film VE Day: The Lost Films was shot by Roy’s brother, Ben, who was a famous climber and the man who put down the roots for the Scottish Mountain Rescue Service. It features the VE Day celebrations in the town.
The programme will be aired nationally in the UK on Channel 5 this Saturday 2nd May at 20:30, it will then be repeated on Friday 8th May at 19:00.
VE Day 75th anniversary
Piper Iain MacPhee leads a Veterans’ Day parade in Dumbarton High Street.
By Bill Heaney
An online service of remembrance and a two-minute silence will lead Scotland’s public commemorations of the 75th anniversary of VE Day on 8 May.
The ongoing coronavirus (Covid-19) pandemic has meant that plans for the landmark anniversary – which were to include a parade, public concert and reception – will now take place online, with a video message of thanks from the First Minister and a concert in addition to the service and silence.
Led by Legion Scotland and Poppyscotland in partnership with the Scottish Government, the commemorations will include children and families currently learning at home.
Veterans Minister Graeme Dey said: “As the 75th anniversary of VE Day approaches, it is only right we pay tribute to the determination and the sacrifices made by the men and women who lived through the Second World War
“Despite the difficult circumstances we are currently in, Legion Scotland and Poppyscotland are doing outstanding work in helping people across Scotland come together virtually on the 8 May to give thanks to our World War Two generation.
“I hope the whole nation can join with me online in honouring a generation whose contribution continues to impact on us all in many ways.”
Dr Claire Armstrong, Chief Executive of Legion Scotland, said: “The 75th anniversary of VE Day is an important milestone in the nation’s history and we are excited to launch our virtual programme.
“While the lockdown restrictions have forced us to postpone the planned physical events, we are confident that our virtual events will bring people across Scotland together in a memorable, shared moment of commemoration and celebration.”
Poppyscotland Chief Executive Mark Bibbey said: “We had just issued VE Day learning resources to every school in Scotland when the lockdown came into effect. Nevertheless, these have been amended and are now an excellent way for young people to find out more about the significance of VE Day while learning at home.
“We’ve had incredibly positive feedback from the parents who have already made use of them and would encourage anyone home schooling utilise this comprehensive digital resource.”
Meanwhile, here is a swift look at what’s happening:
- The Legion Scotland Service of Remembrance will be broadcast on Legion Scotland and Poppy Scotland’s social media channels from 10.40 a.m. until 11.15 a.m. The online concert will then begin at 11.45 a.m. until 1 p.m.
- The First Minister’s message will be posted on Twitter @scotgov
- Poppyscotland’s online resources can be found at: www.poppyscotland.org.uk/VEDayParty
- In addition to virtual events, Poppyscotland have also produced a range of online educational resources for activities for families can use to learn about VE Day and participate in marking the 75th anniversary at home.
How do you like my new avatar, Bill. That’s Stalin’s Heroes raising the Scarlet Banner over the Reichstag in Berlin when the Soviet Union won WW2 and defeated the Nazis……after the Brits did a runner in 1940 and stayed at home for most of the war. Here’s last years remembrance of the IMMORTAL REGIMENT
https://www.themoscowtimes.com/2019/05/09/russias-immortal-regiment-marches-on-victory-day-a65537
and a wee tune to sing along to,
https://youtu.be/EI3u80z1qKo
It doesn’t get any better than that, Bill. I think everyone who gave their lives in WW2 deserves the truth. Don’t you Bill?