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Scottish Sun
3 days ago
- General
- Scottish Sun
Britain's oldest surviving WW2 hero and veteran of legendary battles dies aged 110 as hundreds line streets for funeral
The 110-year-old claimed he discovered the secret to his long life while stationed in North Africa WE SALUTE YOU Britain's oldest surviving WW2 hero and veteran of legendary battles dies aged 110 as hundreds line streets for funeral Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) BRITAIN'S oldest war hero was laid to rest yesterday, with hundreds lining the streets for his funeral. Nearly 200 military veterans on motorbikes also paid tribute to Private Donald Rose, who died aged 110. Sign up for Scottish Sun newsletter Sign up 10 Donald Rose, 110, was Britain's oldest surviving World War Two veteran Credit: PA 10 Donald was 25 when he joined up to fight in World War Two, and survived a gunshot Credit: At the cenotaph in Ilkeston, Derbys, a bugler played the Last Post. Donald joined up for World War Two aged 25, and became a sniper in the Queen's Royal Regiment, fighting in Tunis, North Africa, and Salerno, Italy. In 1944, he was part of an advance party that placed lamps on beaches in Normandy ahead of the D-Day landings. Donald suffered a gunshot wound to the leg during the Normandy invasion. READ MORE ON VETERANS THE LAST OF THE VALIANT Nine WW2 heroes mark D-Day anniversary with emotional Normandy trip But he quickly returned to Belgium, the Netherlands and Germany before taking part in the liberation of Belsen death camp in April 1945. He said the secret to his long life was the salty water he had been forced to drink as a Desert Rat at the battles of Tobruk and El Alamein. Last May, the former dustman — who worked until he was 70 — was well enough to attend VE-Day commemorations held by the Royal British Legion at the National Memorial Arboretum in Staffordshire. He died on July 11 at Ilkeston's Canal Vue care home, where he had lived for five years following the death of his wife Jeanette. There, Douglas drew up a bucket list of activities that included holding a vintage motorbike show at the care home, riding on a fire engine and trying out a flight simulator. So it was fitting that 186 riders from the Armed Forces Bikers, Royal British Legion Riders Branch and the Household Division Motorcycle Club joined his cortège. Haunting art honours the 1,475 brave Allied troops who died on D-Day standing like ghosts above beaches where they fell 10 Servicemen, veterans and members of the public lined the streets for the funeral Credit: PA 10 Youngsters at Ilkeston Football Club were among those to pay their respects Credit: PA They followed his hearse for two miles to Ilkeston Town FC. Junior footballers, lining the route into the ground, held up a poster, reading: 'For our tomorrow you gave your today. RIP Donald Rose.' The funeral service heard the great-grandfather joined the Army because he felt 'they needed me to fight'. He had added: 'I wanted to save this country from the fascists.' Naomi Allsop, who helped Donald draw up his bucket list, described him as a 'walking history book'. But the modest veteran always said: 'I didn't do anything that anybody else wouldn't have done.' The Royal British Legion said: 'Donald's life and legacy will forever serve as a poignant reminder of the invaluable sacrifices made by those who served during WW2.' Parade marshal John Wallace, of Derbyshire Royal British Legion, said: 'He epitomised all that was great and all that we have to be grateful for to his generation.' 10 Donald suffered a gunshot to the leg during the Normandy invasion Credit: Getty 10 He served in North Africa as a Desert Rat at the battles of Tobruk and El Alamein Credit: Getty 10 Donald became a sniper in the Queen's Royal Regiment, fighting in Tunis, North Africa Credit: Getty 10 He claimed the salty water he had to drink in the desert was vital to his long life Credit: Getty 10 He also served as a sniper in battles in Salerno, Italy Credit: Getty
Borneo Post
31-07-2025
- Politics
- Borneo Post
Touching tribute to Tanduo fallen heroes marks Sabah Warriors Day celebration
Tun Musa Aman accompanied by Hajiji and Jauteh viewing the exhibition at the Sabah Police Museum. KOTA KINABALU (July 31): A touching tribute to the country's fallen heroes in the 2013 Tanduo incursion marked the State-level 2025 Warriors Day celebration at the State Police Headquarters in Kepayan on Thursday. The celebration was graced by Head of State Tun Musa Aman accompanied by Chief Minister Datuk Seri Panglima Hajiji Noor. The ceremony began with the inspection of guard-of-honour by Tun Musa followed by the hoisting of the national and state flags, the Last Post and observation of a 30-second prayer for the fallen warriors. Tun Musa and the Chief Minister accompanied by Sabah Commissioner of Police Datuk Jauteh Dikun later visited the Sabah Police Museum and armed forces exhibition booths. Warriors Day is observed annually on July 31 to honour the service and sacrifices of Malaysia's security forces in safeguarding national peace and sovereignty.
Daily Express
31-07-2025
- Politics
- Daily Express
Tanduo heroes remembered in Warriors Day tribute
Published on: Thursday, July 31, 2025 Published on: Thu, Jul 31, 2025 Text Size: Musa, accompanied by Hajiji, visiting the armed forces exhibition booth. KOTA KINABALU: Sabah marked the 2025 Warriors Day with a solemn tribute to the nation's fallen heroes, including those who perished during the 2013 Tanduo incursion, at the State Police Headquarters in Kepayan on Wednesday. The ceremony was attended by Head of State Tun Musa Aman and Chief Minister Datuk Seri Hajiji Noor, reflecting the State's appreciation for the sacrifices of its security forces. Musa inspected the guard-of-honour before the national and state flags were raised, followed by the sounding of the Last Post and a moment of prayer. He and the Chief Minister, accompanied by Sabah Police Commissioner Datuk Jauteh Dikun, later toured the Sabah Police Museum and the armed forces exhibition booths. Warriors Day is held annually on 31 July to recognise the dedication of Malaysia's armed forces in preserving national peace and sovereignty. * Follow us on our official WhatsApp channel and Telegram for breaking news alerts and key updates! * Do you have access to the Daily Express e-paper and online exclusive news? Check out subscription plans available. Stay up-to-date by following Daily Express's Telegram channel. Daily Express Malaysia
The Sun
31-07-2025
- Politics
- The Sun
Sultan Nazrin attends Warriors' Day 2025 in Perak
IPOH: The Sultan of Perak, Sultan Nazrin Shah, attended the state-level Warriors' Day Celebration 2025 at Dataran Bangunan Perak Darul Ridzuan. The event was also graced by the Raja Muda of Perak, Raja Jaafar Raja Muda Musa, and the Raja Di Hilir of Perak, Raja Iskandar Dzurkarnain Sultan Idris Shah. His Royal Highness arrived at 9 am and was welcomed by Menteri Besar Datuk Seri Saarani Mohamad, Western Fleet Commander Rear Admiral Datuk Pahlawan Abdul Halim Shaari, Perak police chief Datuk Noor Hisam Nordin, and Commander of the 2nd Infantry Brigade Brigadier General Mohamad Rosli Abu Bakar. The ceremony began with the Perak state anthem, followed by Sultan Nazrin inspecting the main guard of honour. The guard consisted of three senior police officers and 102 personnel, led by Superintendent Mohd Aster Mohamad and Deputy Superintendent Ahmad Auzan Mohd Noor. The parade featured 408 personnel from various security forces, including Malaysian Armed Forces veterans and retired police officers. After the inspection, the 'Last Post' was played, and the Jalur Gemilang was lowered. A prayer was recited by Inspector Adib Azimat, followed by a poetry recital titled 'Darah Perwira Di Tanah Merdeka' by Lieutenant Hadzeri Julai and Corporal Nurul Syuhada Azmi. The ceremony concluded with 'The Rouse,' the raising of the Jalur Gemilang, and another rendition of the Perak state anthem. Sultan Nazrin later attended a Royal Banquet at the Banquet Hall. - Bernama
New Straits Times
31-07-2025
- Politics
- New Straits Times
Sultan Nazrin attends Perak Warriors' Day celebration
IPOH: The Sultan of Perak, Sultan Nazrin Shah, today graced the state-level Warriors' Day celebration held at Dataran Bangunan Perak Darul Ridzuan. Also in attendance were Raja Muda of Perak, Raja Jaafar Raja Muda Musa and Raja Di Hilir of Perak, Raja Iskandar Dzurkarnain Sultan Idris Shah. His Royal Highness arrived at 9am and was welcomed by Perak Menteri Besar Datuk Seri Saarani Mohamad; Rear Admiral Datuk Abdul Halim Shaari, representing the Western Armada Commander; Perak police chief Datuk Noor Hisam Nordin and 2nd Infantry Brigade Commander, Brigadier General Mohamad Rosli Abu Bakar. The ceremony began with the singing of the Perak state anthem, followed by an inspection of the guard of honour by Sultan Nazrin. The guard of honour was composed of three senior officers and 102 policemen led by Superintendent Mohd Aster Mohamad and assisted by Deputy Superintendent Ahmad Auzan Mohd Noor. Following the inspection, the Last Post was played, and the national flag was ceremoniously lowered. The event continued with a prayer recitation by Inspector Adib Azimat, followed by a poem entitled "The Blood of a Warrior on the Land of Freedom," jointly recited by Lieutenant Hadzeri Julai from the 503rd Regiment of the Territorial Army and Corporal Nurul Syuhada Azmi from the Perak contingent police headquarters. After the recital, the Rouse was played, and the national flag was raised once again. The ceremony concluded with the singing of the Perak anthem before the guard-of-honour exited the parade grounds. Sultan Nazrin then attended a reception at the Banquet Hall before departing. The musical accompaniment during the ceremony was provided by the KD Pelandok Brass Band, comprising 45 members under the leadership of Lieutenant Muhamad Ali Rajaie Nor Mohamed from the Royal Malaysian Navy. Honouring National Heroes every year on July 31, the nation observes Warriors' Day to honour fallen soldiers and security personnel, as well as those who have made significant contributions to the independence and security of Malaysia. This annual celebration serves as a solemn reminder of their service and sacrifice in defending the peace and sovereignty of the nation. Historically, July 31, 1960, marked the official end of the Emergency in Malaya. The date was subsequently declared as Warriors' Day, providing all Malaysians with an opportunity to express gratitude for the peace the country enjoys today, which has enabled Malaysia to develop and prosper, free from the threats posed by hostile external elements.
