Posted on 09/16/2009 8:05:59 PM PDT by naturalman1975
It has become a town synonymous with honour, respect and a deep appreciation for our Armed Forces.
Now Wootton Bassett could be honoured with the title 'Royal' in recognition of its role in the repatriation of British troops.
Ever since two old soldiers gave an impromptu salute as a military cortege passed through in 2007, the Wiltshire town comes to a standstill to pay its respects to every fallen soldier en route from RAF Lyneham to Oxford.
Now the small Wiltshire market town could find itself being honoured - after the Queen asked Gordon Brown to consider granting it 'Royal' prefix in recognition of its role in the repatriation of British soldiers.
Retired naval officer Bill Thomas wrote to Her Majesty asking if she would consider renaming the town Royal Wootton Bassett to repay the town's patriotism.
He has now received a reply confirming the Queen has taken 'careful note' of his suggestion and asked the Prime Minister to 'consider' it.
(Excerpt) Read more at dailymail.co.uk ...
A lot of the people who live in Woolton Basset aren’t happy about outsiders presuming to decide what their town should be called.....
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