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New Ypres League

The New Ypres League is an Ypres based charity dedicated to remembering the fallen of all sides in The Ypres Salient during the Great War of 1914 - 1918.

Remembrance in the Ypres Salient of today presents us with a whole new set of unique challenges. The last veterans of the Great War left us a few years ago but remembering the fallen in the Salient is still as relevant today as it was in the 1920s and 30s. Although the Great War ended over 100 years ago, the Salient still regularly gives up its grisly harvest. The remains of over 135,000 soldiers

of the Great War lay unrecovered in the cold clay of Flanders, these remains are still being recovered every year. Once the remains have gone through the identification process, they are reburied with military honours in one of the many military cemeteries in the area. These ceremonies and the sacrifice made by these soldiers require official recognition in the form of wreath laying and the attendance of a standard bearer. In addition to the burials there are many ceremonies that require official attendance, anniversaries of major battles, special Last Post ceremonies, visits from VIPS all of which require official attendance. However, as time marches on, and age becomes more of a factor, there are fewer and fewer people and organisations available in the Ypres Salient to perform these tasks. It is vital that the sacrifice made by the fallen in the Ypres Salient is not forgotten and that a whole new generation of volunteers are encouraged actively to partake in remembrance activities.

10/05/2026

The New Ypres League was honoured to be present at moving rededication services in the Ypres Salient, paying tribute to soldiers whose identities and stories have finally been restored more than a century after the Great War.

On 28 April 2026, services were held for Lance Corporal William Voice MM (8th Battalion, Queen’s Royal West Surrey Regiment), who died near Zillebeke on 1 August 1917, at CWGC Bedford House Cemetery, and Lance Corporal Lionel Weller Sandell (10th Battalion, Queen’s Own Royal West Kent Regiment), who died near Comines on 29 September 1918, at CWGC Zantvoorde British Cemetery. Their graves were identified thanks to the dedicated work of researchers who submitted evidence to the CWGC and JCCC, with the ceremonies supported by serving soldiers of the Princess of Wales’s Royal Regiment.

A day later, on 29 April 2026, further rededication services took place for Captain Gordon Cuthbert and Lieutenant Leslie Harvey of the 1/8 Battalion Duke of Cambridge’s Own Middlesex Regiment, both of whom died near Ypres on 25 April 1915. Captain Cuthbert was commemorated at CWGC Tyne Cot Cemetery and Lieutenant Harvey at CWGC Sanctuary Wood Cemetery. Their final resting places were also confirmed through historical research submitted to the CWGC and JCCC.

The New Ypres League remains committed to remembrance and honouring those who served and sacrificed in Flanders Fields.

Remember to help us remember them.

Thanks to Eric Compernolle for the pictures.

03/05/2026

This Anzac Day, members of the New Ypres League gathered in solemn remembrance to honour those who served and sacrificed, attending a number of commemorative ceremonies across Ypres.

Among these were the Dawn Service at Buttes New British Cemetery, where we stood together at first light in quiet reflection, surrounded by history and the resting place of so many.

We also attended the moving ceremony at the Menin Gate, reminding us that their names—and their stories—will never be forgotten.

Lest we forget.

Remember to help us remember them.

22/03/2026

The New Ypres League was honored to be present at the rededication service for Captain John Russell Pound of the 2nd Battalion, The King’s Shropshire Light Infantry, who was killed in action on 27 April 1915.

The moving ceremony took place on 18 March at Tyne Cot Cemetery. A wreath was laid in his memory, and a standard bearer stood in tribute, ensuring his sacrifice is never forgotten.

Remember to help us remember them.

04/02/2026

Discover the story of the Demarcation Stones and our mission to preserve the history of the Ypres Salient. With insights from New Ypres League founders Roger Steward and Dr Dominiek Dendooven, this episode explores remembrance, restoration, and the power of community in keeping WWI history alive.

👉 Listen now and find out how you can get involved: https://oldfrontline.co.uk/2026/01/17/demarcation-stones-at-ypres/

18/01/2026

Members of the New Ypres League have been hard at work cleaning and restoring the brass plaques inside Saint George’s Memorial Church. Through careful, respectful conservation, these plaques now shine once more—ensuring the names and stories they carry continue to be honoured by future generations.

A heartfelt thank you to all the volunteers involved for their dedication to remembrance, heritage, and service. Lest we forget.

31/12/2025

As we bring 2025 to a close, the New Ypres League does so on a truly meaningful and positive note. This year, our remembrance organisation has grown to over 100 members, all united by a shared commitment to remember the First World War.

Throughout the year, we have come together to remember, reflect — ensuring that the stories and sacrifices of Ypres and the Great War are never forgotten. Thank you to everyone who has contributed their time, support, and dedication. Your involvement is what keeps remembrance alive.

As we look ahead, we wish all our members and supporters a wonderful start to 2026. May the new year bring continued unity, reflection, and purpose in our shared mission.

Remember to help us remember them.

07/12/2025

New episode of Battles of the First World War

Founders of the New Ypres League, Dr. Dominiek Dendooven and Roger Steward, join the show to discuss a powerful remembrance project on the old Ypres battlefields: restoring and replacing the historic demarcation stones that once marked the furthest German advances during the Great War.

A thoughtful look at preserving memory where history was made.

🎧 Listen to the episode via this link: https://youtu.be/jUTgJWeXQ2E

Support the project via the New Ypres League’s website: https://www.newypresleague.com

24/11/2025

What a November it has been for the New Ypres League.
A month filled with honour, remembrance, and meaningful representation.

10 November – De Panne
We were deeply honoured to be invited to the first reburial of a Belgian soldier since 2014.
Our Standard Bearer represented the New Ypres League with dignity. We were the only non-Belgian standard present — a true privilege. We extend our thanks to those who facilitated the invitation.

Later that evening, we attended the torchlit ceremony at Crest Farm, Passchendaele — a beautiful and moving event.

11 November – Armistice Day
Our day began with an official invitation to the St George’s Memorial Church service in Ypres. Several members of the New Ypres League were present, and our standard could be seen proudly paraded during the service.

We then continued to the Belgian Memorial to honour the Belgian military and civilian fallen.

The main ceremony took place beneath the Menin Gate, where we were invited guests. Our standard was once again carried with great pride, and our representative coordinated with the other standard bearers on site.

From there, we laid wreaths at Hollebeke and attended the ceremony at Bedford House Cemetery in honour of the Sikh fallen.

The day concluded with the ceremony at Tyne Cot Cemetery, where we attended as invited guests via the British Embassy — a deeply moving experience.

12 November
We attended the rededication of two soldiers at Tyne Cot Cemetery: Lieutenant Norman Hunter and Sergeant George Moore, where we laid a wreath in their honour.

We attended the ceremony for the Indian fallen at the Indian Monument at the Menin Gate as well, where a wreath was laid on behalf of the New Ypres League.

Our thanks go to all members of the New Ypres League who supported these events. Your dedication helps preserve remembrance and ensures these moments are honoured with respect.

Lest We Forget.

10/11/2025

On 31 October, members of the New Ypres League gathered for this year’s Ypres Day, a moving and memorable occasion honouring those who fell in the Ypres Salient.

The day began with a fascinating visit to the archaeological site near Palingbeek, where ongoing work continues to uncover the stories buried beneath the fields of Flanders. We then heard two excellent talks:

Rosie Barron shared insights into the vital work of the Joint Casualty and Compassionate Centre (JCCC), tracing and honouring the fallen.

Jacques Callebaut spoke about the DOVO (Belgian bomb disposal service) and their remarkable efforts in safely recovering remnants of war still found today.

In the evening, we joined together for the Last Post Ceremony at the Menin Gate — a moment of reflection and remembrance — followed by a convivial dinner bringing old friends and new faces together.

Our heartfelt thanks to everyone who joined us and contributed to another memorable Ypres Day.

Thanks to Danielle Roubroeks for the pictures.

30/10/2025

Last week, representatives of The New Ypres League were honoured to attend the rededication service for Second Lieutenant Esmond Lawrence Kellie, 1st Battalion, Bedfordshire Regiment, who died on 19 April 1915.

The service took place at Railway Dugouts (Transport Farm) Cemetery, Belgium, where we laid a wreath in remembrance of his sacrifice.

It was a privilege to stand alongside representatives of the Commonwealth War Graves Commission and others to ensure that Second Lieutenant Kellie’s name is remembered with dignity and respect.

We will remember them.

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