Stephen
Metcalfe MP marking the centenary of World War One
Local MP Stephen Metcalfe has
today remarked on the importance of remembering ALL those that have been lost
in conflict over the last century as we collectively commemorate 100 years
since the start of World War One.
Although Stephen Metcalfe
would have wanted to attend the ceremony last night in Westminster marking the
anniversary, he was instead on a visit to the Balkans where he was able to
visit some of the historic sites of war. Included in his trip, was a visit to
the site where Archduke Franz Ferdinand and his wife were assassinated in
Sarajevo, sparking the events that led to the First World War.
Stephen Metcalfe commented:
“Yesterday’s ceremony in Westminster was deeply moving but it was incredibly
poignant to be in such a historic place as Sarajevo at a time of such
significance for both our country and the world. We should never forget the
lessons that we can all learn from history and the duty we all have to ensure
future generations do not suffer the same perils of war.”
Stephen Metcalfe also had a
chance on his trip to visit Srebrenica, which was the site of the infamous 1995
Srebrenica genocide. Stephen Metcalfe commented on his visit saying: “It was
extremely harrowing to learn about the events that took place here. The fact
that this all occurred within living memory brings home the message of
remembrance even further.”
