John Lyon School alumni to be honoured in Ypres
A plaque and digital memorial will commemorate former pupils who served in conflicts.
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Former pupils of John Lyon School will be remembered through a series of tributes in Ypres, Belgium, next month. The commemorations include laying wreaths, an online memorial, and the unveiling of a dedicated plaque.
Commemorative Plaque and Service
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A commemorative plaque will be formally unveiled at St George’s Memorial Church in Ypres on October 14, 2026. Following the unveiling, wreaths will be laid at the Menin Gate as part of the Last Post Ceremony. A memorial service is scheduled to take place at St George’s Chapel at 2pm on the same day, coinciding with the launch of the project's website. The Menin Gate ceremony is expected to commence at 8pm.
Project Origins and Development
The initiative was started by Scott Paget, an alumnus from the Class of 1976. Mr Paget, who previously worked for the Commonwealth War Graves Commission, has considered the idea since 2019. The project gained momentum after discussions at the Old Lyonian dinner in April, attended by approximately 30 members of the Class of 1976. Donations from this class have funded the plaque, enabling the project to proceed once the fundraising goal was met.
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A core team comprising Paul Raby, Tim Redman, Kath Shawcross, and Peter Ulrich, with Paul Matarewicz serving as project sponsor, developed the website over three months. The online memorial includes photographs, a map of remembrance locations, videos, research findings, and personal stories of former pupils. The school is reportedly the first to incorporate a QR code on such a plaque, allowing access to the website.
Research and Scope
Research has been completed for 70 per cent of the 60 alumni identified to date. These individuals served in various theatres of conflict, including the Western Front, Mesopotamia, Africa, and the Middle East. The project also examines the impact of their service on their families and communities. Upon its handover to the school, the website will function as a digital archive for current and future students.
Attendance and Next Steps
An estimated seven or eight members of the Class of 1976 are expected to travel to Ypres for the commemorations, accompanied by a small delegation from the school, including its head. The project marks the school's 150th anniversary and the Class of 1976's 50th anniversary since leaving.
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+When will the plaque be unveiled in Ypres?
The commemorative plaque will be unveiled at St George’s Memorial Church in Ypres on October 14, 2026. This event is part of a larger commemoration for John Lyon School alumni.
+Who initiated the memorial project?
The project was initiated by Scott Paget, a former pupil of John Lyon School and a member of the Class of 1976. He had the idea in mind since 2019.
+What information will be available on the online memorial?
The website, developed by members of the Class of 1976, includes photographs, a map of remembrance locations, videos, research, and stories about former pupils. It will serve as a digital archive for the school.
+How many alumni have been identified for the memorial?
So far, 60 alumni have been identified for the memorial project. Research has been completed on 70 per cent of these individuals, detailing their service and impact.
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