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  • UK: War hero, 88, told he is too old to carry flag in honour of the fallen (Nanny State madness)

    11/07/2008 2:03:05 AM PST · by Stoat · 14 replies · 1,225+ views
    The Daily Mail (U.K.) ^ | November 7, 2008 | Matthew Drake
    For two decades he has proudly carried his banner of remembrance above a tide of poppies in honour of those who have fallen.   But amid the memories and tears at Westminster Abbey this Sunday, Peter Miller will stand alone, head bowed and without his regimental flag for the first time.  In a cruel blow, the 88-year-old great grandfather has been barred from his duties as an official standard bearer of the Royal British Legion after being branded too old. He was given the shattering news just a few days ago.    Peter Miller, 88, has been barred from...