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Event: 'Guided Tour To Battlefields Of Northern Europe' Print
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Date: Saturday, May 29, 2010
Duration: All Day
Contact Info:
For further information call 0845 600 1893
Email: tours@asht.info

An organised day trip to Northern France & Belgium taking you on a journey highlighting the major contribution Sikh soldiers made during WW1.

* Experienced guides offer a unique insight into the Indian Army's outstanding contribution to the    battles of World War 1

* Visit the preserved trenches at Bayernwald and learn how Sikh forces arrived in Europe unprepared for winter combat

* Visit the battlefields around Neuve Chapelle where Sikh Regiments were involved in heavy fighting

* After visiting the spectacular Indian Memorial, head to the town of Ypres to sample some of Belgium's famous chocolates and wonder the streets around the fabulous main square

* The tour culminates at the Menin Gate, with the ‘Last Post' ceremony, commemorating those who sacrificed their lives in the defence of others

Departures: Birmingham 4:00am, Royal Leamington Spa 4:45am, Maidstone Services M20/J8 7:15am

Cost: £85 per person. Limited number of early bird tickets available at £80 if booked before 1st April 2010

Price includes travel and tour guide only. Food & refreshments are not included. Organised in conjuction with Anglia Battlefield Tours.




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