03/06/2026
Veteran twin brothers Brian and John are marking their 90th birthday and an incredible milestone – raising over £90,000 as long‑standing Poppy Appeal collectors.
Both brothers served in the British Army from 1956-1958 as part of National Service, with postings to Germany and the West Indies.
"In some of our old photographs in the Army, I can’t tell us apart!”
When they finished National Service, legal support from the RBL helped them regain their previous positions with their employer on full pay.
“It made a huge difference as otherwise we would have been unemployed.
“We are so pleased and proud to have collected over £90K in just the last nine years, to help many service men and women.”
Both twins describe their 30 years of volunteering as incredibly rewarding.
“If you are thinking of doing collecting, don’t hold back, it is so satisfying,” says John.
In a few weeks they’ll be celebrating their 90th birthday in style with all their friends and family.
Join us in wishing them a happy birthday 🥳
