60th Anniversary of the 1953 Flood
Memorial Plaque Unveiling
Despite the inclement weather a large crowd gathered outside the library for the unveiling of the new plaque. They included invited dignitaries and flood survivors. Some of the survivors still live on the island others had come a long way to be here.

Councillor Peter Greig, Chairman of Town Council welcomes everyone

Councillor Jeremy Lucas from Essex County Council

Councillor Ray Howard addressed the crowd

Councillor Peter Greig unveiled the plaque

The new Plaque, on the left commemorating the 60th Anniversary of the Great Flood of 1953
Other Dignitaries including Lord Peter far left, Rebeccah Harris MP at the back
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Rev'd David Tudor conducted a short service
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The Remembrance Light
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Remembrance Light
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