Story Behind the Stone
Story Behind the Stone
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Stories of veteran service and sacrifice straight from the people driving today’s most important veterans causes and veterans organizations around the world. The show shines a spotlight on their inspiring projects making a real difference for veterans and their families, and along the way we'll hear the stories that drive them to do their best every day as they work to support veterans and their memory.
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The podcast focuses on themes of commemoration, the transformative impact of technology on veteran memorialization, and personal narratives of service. Episodes include discussions on the role of the Commonwealth War Graves Commission, the modernization efforts at Arlington Cemetery, innovative veteran support programs, and the Invictus Games as a healing platform.
Stories of veteran service and sacrifice straight from the people driving today’s most important veterans causes and veterans organizations around the world. The show shines a spotlight on their inspiring projects making a real difference for veterans and their families, and along the way we’ll hear the stories that drive them to do their best every day as they work to support veterans and their memory.
“Remembrance unites us and brings us together.”
This week on Story Behind the Stone, we speak with Philippa Rawlinson, Managing Director of the National Memorial Arboretum in the UK. Philippa shares how the Arboretum fosters connection through nature and storytelling, and why remembrance is more important than ever in today’s world.
In this episode:
– Learn how a memorial to the Desert Rats helped Philippa connect with her grandfather’s legacy
– Discover how the Arboretum engages 25,000 young people annually through immersive education
– Hear how the Arboretum is evolving with new memorials, including tributes to parliamentarians and Muslim soldiers of the World Wars
Learn more: https://www.nma.org.uk
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