War memorials

I was surprised to see this cross in the remembrance plot at a parade on Sunday…

Flood

I visited my local war memorial this morning while out with the dog,just before the service.I thought to my self that they were to commemorate lives lost in the service of our country,but i see no names for the suez canal,korea,or the gulf wars.The town even lost a son to the troubles in Ireland .Are they only for the two world wars, if not why are lost sons of other more recent conflicts not recognised.

This surprised me also,untill I was told that most memorials were erected through ordinary people putting their hands in their pockets and giving a donation.Millions of ordinary folk lost loved ones in WW1 and,thankfully,less in WW2.Therefor more memorials for WW1/2.The deaths in the Suez,Korea and Gulf wars affected far fewer,as conscription had long since finished.They were “career” soldiers and considered as “just doing their job” :confused:

One word: money. Plaques are expensive, but I agree, its no excuse. Why not try fundraising for a new plaque for your parish church, get donations from local businesses etc?