First World War veterans don't want state funeral

[CBC News]

The Canadian government says it will hold a state funeral for the last First World War veteran, but the last three living veterans say they don't want one.

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[jjaycee98]

Last veteran

Not surprising is it? The second or third last to die are equally honourable. Very dumb idea!

 

[Dalreg]

I for one think it is a great idea. It is the best way to honor all those who have gone before.

 

[L Gilbert]

I suppose it's a nice thought, but if I was a WW vet I wouldn't want anything to do with my last gig run by a bunch of bureaucrats either.