“The world wars are important chapters in the story of Flanders. We honor that precious memory,” says Weyts. “The graves of soldiers who have often been resting for more than a century deserve continued care and respect. This way the message ‘Never again war’ remains alive.”
Barry Murphy, the acting director general of the CWGC, emphasizes the importance of the collaboration: “We are pleased to have signed this ground-breaking agreement to protect and promote First World War cemeteries and monuments across Flanders.”