Day Trip Highlighting The Contribution Made By Sikh Soldiers To Ww1

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Note: There will now be an additional pick up from Beaconsfield Services M40/J2 at 6:00am

Organised by the Anglo Sikh Heritage Trail , this day trip will take you on a journey exploring the contribution made by Sikh soldiers during the 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 of the quaint Belgian town

* 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

My favourite time on the trip was taking part in the Last Post Ceremony at Menin Gate. I felt very proud to represent both Britain and India...Jeevan Kaur Age 10

The one thing I learnt from the trip was how little I and others are aware of the contribution made by India for the British Army. There is just so much to learn...Ambi Ray-Sanghera

Only £85 per person. Limited Places available.

BOOK NOW!

Price includes travel and tour guide only. Food & refreshments are not included.

For further information email tours@asht.info or call 0845 600 1893

"Throughout its service in France the magnificent Sikh regiment never failed to answer all calls. Its reputation would be secure and its right to fight shoulder to shoulder with our best troops would be established." General Sir H. Smith Dorien. GOC 2nd Corps

www.asht.info

[anglosikh]

Note: There will now be an additional pick up from Beaconsfield Services M40/J2 at 6:00am

Organised by the Anglo Sikh Heritage Trail , this day trip will take you on a journey exploring the contribution made by Sikh soldiers during the 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 of the quaint Belgian town

* 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

My favourite time on the trip was taking part in the Last Post Ceremony at Menin Gate. I felt very proud to represent both Britain and India...Jeevan Kaur Age 10

The one thing I learnt from the trip was how little I and others are aware of the contribution made by India for the British Army. There is just so much to learn...Ambi Ray-Sanghera

Only £85 per person. Limited Places available.

BOOK NOW!

Price includes travel and tour guide only. Food & refreshments are not included.

For further information email tours@asht.info or call 0845 600 1893

"Throughout its service in France the magnificent Sikh regiment never failed to answer all calls. Its reputation would be secure and its right to fight shoulder to shoulder with our best troops would be established." General Sir H. Smith Dorien. GOC 2nd Corps

www.asht.info

Have a look at the following news piece on the tour featured on the BBC News website

http://news.bbc.co.u.../uk/8720648.stm