A war veteran with a crusade to gain recognition for those who fought in the Greek Campaign is to be honoured.
Edwin Horlington, of Walton Road, Walton, took part in the fighting in the 1940s.
As well founding and being president of The Brotherhood of Veterans of the Greek Campaign, he also collated his memories and others in a book about the often-forgotten campaign.
Tell Them We Were Here gave those who fought a chance to record their views and reminiscences. Now, he is to receive honorary citizenship of Kalamata at a special ceremony in Greece this month.
He said: "It means a lot to me because not many people get an honour like that in England, let alone abroad. I do feel proud."
Along with author, scholar and soldier Patrick Leigh Fermor, who will also be receiving honorary citizenship, the ceremony will be combined with Brotherhood members who return to Greece annually.
In 1994, campainers succeeded in having a memorial put up in memory of those who died.
Mr Horlington was invited to St James' Palace to celebrate the 50th anniversary of the Queen's coronation in March.
During the reception, he met the Queen, who asked about the Brotherhood.
Published Thursday, May 1, 2003
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