| Launching the 2005 Scottish Poppy Appeal at City Chambers, Mr Letford said the people of Dundee would ensure the campaign was as well supported as ever.
The people of Dundee will, as they always do, contribute very generously,” said Mr Letford. “They will take the opportunity to contribute by attending events and making very generous donations.”
Last year’s appeal soared by 11% to a new record of £1,461,084. There were special reasons for achieving such a great result; not least the Iraq war and the “Save our Regiments” campaign.
“Dundonians are very remembrance minded,” added Mr Letford. “This year’s appeal is all the more poignant as it marks the 60th anniversary of the end of World War II.
“It’s poignant and obviously sad, but it’s also a nice time of year when people get together to remember.”
Mr Letford officially welcomed the assembled guests before Colonel David Scott, chairman of the Earl Haig Fund Scotland, outlined the work of the appeal.
“This will be the third time the appeal has been launched in Dundee and it is a sad fact that our work will remain important for many years to come,” he said.
“This is a year of many military anniversaries – the 200th anniversary of the Battle of Trafalgar and the 60th anniversary of the end of World War II.
“Although we continue to care for the veterans of the second world war, we are helping an increasing number of ex-service men and women from many conflicts since 1945.”
The Earl Haig Fund Scotland was founded in 1921 by Field Marshal Earl Haig, commander-in-chief of the British army in France, 1915-1919, to give help to all who served in the armed forces, their families and dependents.
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