Be the first to comment!Commemoration for San Lawrenz WWII bombing victims
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82-years ago this week, four women from the village of San Lawrenz in Gozo lost their lives for the sake of peace.
During the night of the 5th and 6th of August, a group of ‘Lawrenzjani’ – a mother carrying her baby, along with three sisters who were all on their way to take shelter from enemy attacks, were hit in a bombing raid by a German war plane. This was to be their last journey – they sadly never made it to the nearby shelter.
The San Lawrenz Local Council extended its gratitude to the residents of Corner Street, who honoured the memory of these four women by placing candles and flowers at the site where they gave their lives for their country.
“Let us pray for these women and acknowledge their sacrifice, which allows us to live in peace today. It is our duty to protect and preserve peace within ourselves and with each other,” the Council said.
Photo: San Lawrenz Local Council
