Look To The Stars News: The Royal British Legion

Prince William's Message To Charity Antarctic Trekkers

Thu, 19 Jan 2012 12:00:00 +0000

Prince William – HRH The Duke of Cambridge – has sent a special message to the two teams of British soldiers who completed their centennial recreation of Scott and Amundsen’s epic trek to the South Pole for charity this week.

“I count it a great privilege, as Patron of the Scott-Amundsen Centenary Race, to welcome you home. What you have achieved, and the honour you have done to Amundsen and Scott and the other great men of history who accompanied them, is beyond all praise.

“The fire in heart and soul that drives man to push the boundaries of what is physically possible and, in so doing, to lay bare the extraordinary strengths and depths of our humanity, is alive in the breast of every one of you today, as it was with those intrepid men a century ago.

Prince William Congratulates Charity South Pole Expedition

Tue, 17 Jan 2012 18:05:00 +0000

HRH The Duke of Cambridge has congratulated a British Army expedition after the team completed the most authentic-ever recreation of the famous Scott-Amundsen race to the South Pole today – exactly 100 years to the day since Captain Robert Falcon Scott reached the Pole.

Led by Lt Col Henry Worsley MBE, a British Army Officer, the ‘Amundsen’ team followed the exact route forged by the Norwegian adventurer 100 years ago. He and WO2 Lou Rudd ensured history repeated itself by beating the ‘Scott’ team, after reaching the geographical South Pole at 17:20 on 9 January following a gruelling seven-hour push to cover the final 12.5 nautical miles. The Scott team, led by WO2 Mark Langridge and his fellow adventurers SSgt Kev Johnson and SSgt Vic Vicary, reached the Pole at 10:25 on 17 January – the exact day that Capt Scott arrived in 1911. The team followed Scott’s exact route that included climbing the famous Beardmore Glacier.

The expedition aims to raise £500,000 for The Royal British Legion’s crucial work, providing care and support to serving and ex-Service people, and their families.

Robin Gibb's Charity Single Hits Top Of Amazon Charts

Thu, 27 Oct 2011 13:30:00 +0000

The 2011 Official Poppy Appeal Single for The Royal British Legion went on sale this week – with a bullet. The single went straight to the top of the Amazon charts.

I’ve Gotta Get A Message To You by The Soldiers with Robin Gibb went on sale Sunday and had its ceremonial debut on Monday when The Soldiers performed it for Prime Minister David Cameron at 10 Downing Street. The Soldiers performed an a capella version of the song in front of an audience of decorated ex-Service people at the Prime Minister’s home.

The Legion’s Director of Fundraising Russell Thompson said: “It is the first time serving soldiers have sung the official single for the Poppy Appeal and we’re honoured that this great song was performed at No 10 Downing Street today, The song is incredibly moving to hear and reminds listeners to think of those serving in Afghanistan. We’re proud to be associated with The Soldiers and to have this song as the official tune of the Poppy Appeal in our 90th anniversary year.”

Robin Gibb's Gotta Get A Message To You For Charity

Fri, 21 Oct 2011 16:00:00 +0000

Robin Gibb has spoken about his new version of the classic Bee Gees song Gotta Get A Message To You, being released this weekend to benefit charity.

The singer has recorded the new single with “The Soldiers”, a trio made up of members of the British Armed Forces. The Soldiers’ first album, Coming Home, became a hit on the British charts.

“The Soldiers had started recording an album of songs and I’ve Gotta Get A Message To You was one of them,” says Robin in an interview posted on his official website. "One day I had a request if I’d be willing to sing on it and because of its nature, it’s a charity record, I said yes to it right away.

South Pole Charity Expedition Gets Prince William's Support

Mon, 17 Oct 2011 16:30:00 +0000

Prince William – HRH The Duke of Cambridge – is patron of a fantastic expedition to the South Pole that is about to get under way for charity.

Henry Worsley With Captain Oates’ Medal

LTTS Exclusive: Robin Gibb Records With Soldiers For Charity

Mon, 05 Sep 2011 13:00:00 +0000

Robin Gibb has rerecorded one of his most famous songs with a trio of singing soldiers for charity.

The Bee Gee has just recorded the finishing touches to I’ve Gotta Get A Message To You with “The Soldiers”, a trio made up of Trooper Ryan Idzi, Sergeant Major Gary Chilton and Sergeant Richie Maddocks. The Soldiers’ first album, Coming Home, became a hit on the British charts.

The single – due to be released in October – will once again benefit charities for members of the armed forces. Their first album benefited the Army Benevolent Fund, The Royal British Legion and Help for Heroes.

Sing With Hollyoaks Star On Charity Single

Thu, 01 Sep 2011 12:00:00 +0000

The Royal British Legion is urging supporters around the UK to raise their voices in support of our brave Armed Forces by participating in a groundbreaking fundraising single.

Prince Harry Opens Field Of Remembrance

Fri, 12 Nov 2010 13:00:00 +0000

Prince Harry attended the opening of The Royal British Legion Wootton Bassett Field of Remembrance this week, the first Field of Remembrance dedicated to those who have been killed in Afghanistan.

Up to 35,000 crosses will be planted within the grounds of Lydiard Park, near to the town of Wootton Bassett, each with a personal message from members of the public in order to commemorate the 342 men and women killed in Afghanistan since the conflict began in 2001.

Prince Harry To Attend Field Of Remembrance Opening

Mon, 08 Nov 2010 11:30:00 +0000

Prince Harry will attend the opening of The Royal British Legion Wootton Bassett Field of Remembrance on Tuesday 9 November 2010, the first Field of Remembrance dedicated to those who have been killed in Afghanistan.

The Prince will plant a Remembrance Cross in the Field and take part in a Two Minute Silence ceremony. He will also meet Service personnel taking part in The Royal British Legion March For Honour, and set them off on their march to London. Finally, Prince Harry will meet local schoolchildren before joining a private reception.

Stephen Fry And Joanna Lumley Recite Poems For Soldiers

Fri, 22 Oct 2010 15:00:00 +0000

Between them they have an OBE, a Military Cross, two Knighthoods, four BAFTAs and ten No 1 albums; they include a Dame, a Sir, Britain’s “Most Intelligent Man”, the best-selling classical artist of this century and the Forces Songbirds from both the 20th and 21st Centuries.

Now this host of leading talent has teamed up with The Royal British Legion and record label Decca to launch a fundraising CD to help boost funds for the Poppy Appeal. Celebrity readers including Stephen Fry and Joanna Lumley have collaborated on this album of words and music for Remembrance. Entitled “We Will Remember Them”, the album will be the Official Album of the 2010 Poppy Appeal.

“We Will Remember Them”, to be released as The Royal British Legion also launches its 90th anniversary appeal, aptly traces prose, poetry and news readings from the First World War through to texts from the present day written by Service men in Iraq and Afghanistan. All the readings are set to some of the world’s most moving classical music.

Celebrities Make The Sound Of Silence For Charity

Thu, 21 Oct 2010 15:00:00 +0000

It’s a charity single with a difference – two minutes of complete silence.

Featuring Radiohead’s Thom Yorke, Andy Murray, Mark Ronson, Brian Ferry and many others have taken part in the “recording”, which will benefit The Royal British Legion.

For just 99p the UK public can show their respect, support and thanks to those Armed Forces personnel who have made sacrifices for us all. The ‘2 Minute Silence’ single will be available for download on i-Tunes from Sunday 7 November.

Radiohead Release Charity Song For Royal British Legion

Thu, 06 Aug 2009 12:30:00 +0000

British band Radiohead has released a song in tribute to a World War 1 soldier who died last week, with proceeds to go to charity.

Harry Patch (In Memory Of) was released yesterday, August 5, for download from the band’s online store. Harry Patch – who passed away on July 25 at age 111 – was the last known British World War I veteran.

The 5 and a half minute song costs £1 (US$1.70) to download, and proceeds will be donated to The Royal British Legion, which promotes the welfare of former military personnel and their dependants.

X Factor Stars Top The Charts For Charity

Tue, 28 Oct 2008 13:30:00 +0000

A remake of Mariah Carey’s ‘Hero’ by finalists in this year’s X Factor competition is expected to become 2008’s fastest-selling single.

The track – which is currently the top seller at iTunes – was recorded to benefit Help for Heroes, which provides support for wounded servicemen and women, and The Royal British Legion’s Poppy Appeal.

“We’re doing this for one simple reason,” said Simon Cowell, who is behind the single’s release. “These are decent people who need a bit of help, a bit of support and all the proceeds of this record will go to these guys.”

Royals To Attend James Bond Premiere

Tue, 12 Aug 2008 14:30:00 +0000

Prince William and Prince Harry will do their best for Her Majesty’s Secret Service when they attend the world premiere of the 22nd James Bond film – Quantum of Solace – in October.

The premiere will take place on October 29 at London’s Odeon Cinema on Leicester Square and – at the request of the princes – will benefit Help for Heroes and The Royal British Legion. Joining the two Royals on the red carpet will be the film’s leading actors Daniel Craig, Judi Dench, Olga Kurylenko, Mathieu Amalric, and Gemma Arterton.

“We are thrilled Prince William and Prince Harry have agreed to attend the world premiere of our latest James Bond film,” said the film’s producers, Michael G. Wilson and Barbara Broccoli. “[We] are pleased this event will help raise much needed funds to support the servicemen of our country through The Princes’ chosen charities.”