Newark-On-Trent Commonwealth and Polish War Graves

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Newark On Trent Cemetery, Nottinghamshire War Graves. During the 2nd World War there were a number of RAF stations within a few miles of Newark, from many of which operated squadrons of the Polish Air Force. A special plot was set aside in Newark Cemetery for RAF, Commonwealth and Polish burials and this is now the war graves plot for all to see from people across the UK , Poland and the world.

A Memorial Cross which is in Remembrance to Polish Airmen that are also buried. Many Polish Airmen were flying Spitfires and bomber fighters for Britain's Royal Force 400 Polish Airman are buried from the 2nd World War in Newark cemetery. Many airmen married lived around Newark and since are also buried in Newark Cemetery Nottinghamshire, England.

General Sikorski the Polish war time leader was visiting Newark Cemetery in 1941 during the 2nd World War.
General Sikorski the wartime leader of the Polish Government in exile met his death in an air crash at Gibraltar on the evening of 4th July 1943 and was buried in Newark Nottinghamshire. General Sikorski was buried in the Polish part of cemetery in Newark on 16th July, 1943 50 years later moved on the 13th September 1993, his remains were brought back to Poland the next day after the Mass service at Newark Parish Church.

Each year British and Polish servicemen honoured at Newark service, candles lit to honour the fallen on the last Sunday in October starting at 3pm from the main gate of Newark Cemetery UK. War veterans and civic dignitaries attended a service on Sunday to honour the Polish servicemen who died during the 2nd World War. Lighting of candles were lit on each of the Polish graves at Newark Cemetery during the service, conducted in both Polish and English, to mark All Souls Day.

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[laurencegoff]

Many Polish Airmen were flying Spitfires fighters for British Royal Air Force during the 2nd World War. Polish pilots and ground crew members had formed 14 squadron in RAF.

[TheBritishWatcher]

RIP all those who have fought and died for freedom.

[laurencegoff]

Many thanks for your support

[redeyeboy100]

rest in peace

[dod1808]

Laurence, thank you for this video. One of my ancestors found his eternal peace under one of those white stones. I've just learned about this fact recently. One day, while visiting England I'll stop by to pay my respects. For now it'll do to know that my Great Uncle is surounded by the bravest of the brave as he deserves to be. Thanks again for sharing your work.