And a bigger thank you from the NHS. And his service in WW2.. https://mashable.com/article/captain-tom-moore-fundraiser/?europe=true
This wonderful man has certainly captured the imagination and respect of folks all over the world. If sports people, politicians and entertainers can receive knighthoods, the this man certainly should. Well done, Tom, you have the grit of heroes.
I second that. There is also a doctor in England that has recorded a song paying tribute to all fellow health colleagues that lost the battle with the virus..
Last time I looked the amount raised was approaching £30m, I reckon it will top £50m https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-england-beds-bucks-herts-52333127
Coronavirus: Fundraiser Captain Tom's 100th birthday Do you know anyone who got 125,000 birthdat cards?
I think we should have a 'Happy Birthday, Captain Tom" thread on SoC. Maybe we could add a few wishes to him and someone would notify him that he has supporters from across the salty brine.
Made an honouree Colonel by are Queen. Think the Fund closed to day on his 100th. Raised £31 million. £31,263,213
And all letters today in the UK will franked by Royal Mail, with the words "Happy 100th Birthday Captain Tom".
Pleased that Tom has been given a Knighthood. https://www.thesun.co.uk/news/11663942/tom-moore-knighted-captain-charity/