'Remember the sacrifice' NEWSBRIEF.FIRST Minister Rhodri Morgan Hywel Rhodri Morgan, PC AM (born 29 September 1939) is a Welsh politician; the Labour National Assembly for Wales Member for the constituency of Cardiff West; and the first and current First Minister for Wales (and the second First Secretary for Wales) . has spoken of the need to honour the bravery Bravery See also Heroism. Achilles foremost Greek hero of Trojan War; brave and formidable warrior. [Gk. Hist.: NCE, 12] Adrastus courageous Indian prince; Rinaldo’s enemy. [Ital. Lit. and sacrifice of those who laid down their lives in war. "Sadly, reflections on Remembrance Sunday are not confined con·fine v. con·fined, con·fin·ing, con·fines v.tr. 1. To keep within bounds; restrict: Please confine your remarks to the issues at hand. See Synonyms at limit. to remembering and honouring the dead of the two world wars of the past century," he says. More than 16,000 Armed Forces personnel have been killed in active service since 1945, others have suffered horrific injuries from landmines, roadside bombs or snipers' bullets. "We must continue to honour those who risk their lives to bring peace," said the minister. "It is only by doing so that we can ensure our children and young people are aware of the sacrifices of others, and will perhaps in turn build a future without war." |
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