On a bright, sunny day in July, a long reigning queen and an 100 year old gentleman met for a very happy occasion. Captain Tom Moore, a 100 year old WWII veteran, is a true inspiration to the world. He pledged to walk 100 laps around his garden to raise 1,000 BP for the National Health Service (NHS) with expenses as the coranavirus raged across the United Kingdom. He ended up raising more than 32,000,000 BP which translates to $40 M+ in American dollars. A remarkable and dedicated feat for a man and his walker to do. We wrote about his efforts in an earlier post because his story brought us such joy.
“I am absolutely overawed,” he said,
“This is such a high award and to get it from Her Majesty as well – what more can anyone wish for? This has been an absolutely magnificent day for me.”
Queen Elizabeth II conducted his investiture on the grounds of Windsor Castle whilst practicing social distancing. She personally expressed her praise: “Thank you so much, an amazing amount of money you raised.”
Sir Tom Moore was also promoted previously to an honorary title of Colonel. When he completed his final walk around his garden, he was met by a military honor guard. His fundraising inspired people around the world to be creative and fundraise too. Happy news during a dark time in the world.
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