On this solemn occasion of Remembrance Day, DadSpace pauses to reflect on the profound sacrifices made by the men and women who have served our nations throughout the years.
Beyond the parades, poppies, and somber ceremonies, we wish to acknowledge a particular facet of sacrifice that often goes un-mentioned - Parenthood.
The true sacrifice lies in the untold stories of those who fought for our freedom but never had the privilege of cradling their own child or witnessing the joy of fatherhood / motherhood. It's in these children who grew up without their parent's guidance, missing out on the everyday moments that shape a family.
At DadSpace, we recognise that the ripple effects of such sacrifice reaches far and wide. We stand in solidarity with those who have faced the challenges of building a family in the absence of a loved one. On this Remembrance Sunday, we honor not just the courage on the battlefield but the resilience displayed by families who carry the weight of sacrifice every day.
This Remembrance Sunday, we remember, we honour, and we stand together, acknowledging the sacrifices that shaped our shared history. Lest we forget.
If you have been affected by losing someone, DadSpace is here to listen to and support you. Our next sessions can be found on our event calendar.
Below are a selection of member submitted articles, proudly representing their familys.
"My Grandad Rufus was in an Artillery regiment in WW1. He also survived way beyond life expectancy as a sniper for 6 months. He met and brought home then married a Belgian girl he met there. She had witnessed the Battle of Mons and was shot at.
I was told so many stories about that time. My dad was an aeronautical engineer in WW2 so avoided being drafted. My other Grandad was a soldier in both world wars and was in the second wave on D-Day. His daughter (my aunt) worked at Bletchley Park. I am immensely proud of all them."
Item submitted by C Chaplin
"One of my Grandads was in the fruit trade at Canary Wharf so wasn't allowed to go to war. The other was in the company that liberated Belsen, but he came back very disturbed (PTSD) and died young a few years afterwards. Things may have been different if he had access to DadSpace back then."
Item Submitted by R Sharpe
"Both of my great grandparents fought in WW2, sacrificing time with their families and risking their lives. Recent events can't help but make me reflect on the world today and my own family. My eldest son (14) is an Air Cadet and aspires to be a fighter pilot one day. Every parent and partner has that thought of worry, dread and guilt when they see loved ones in uniform. My wife and I are very proud of his achievements and determination to achieve his dreams. Perhaps, one day following in the brave footsteps of parents and grandparents before us, to protect those they love."
Item Submitted by M Bright
"I don't know much about my dad's time in the army as he never really spoke about it to be honest. This is the only picture I have of him now that he has passed."
Item Submitted by M Clarkson
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