LONDON (REUTERS) - British World War II veteran Tom Moore, who has become a national hero after raising more than US$40 million (S$56.6 million) for the health service, was awarded the ancient honour of the Freedom of the City of London on Tuesday (May 12).. Read more at straitstimes.com.
LONDON - British World War II veteran Tom Moore, who has become a national hero after raising more than US$40 million for the health service, was awarded the ancient honour of the Freedom of the City of London on Tuesday .
The Freedom of the City of London dates back to 1237 and signified that the holder was not owned by a feudal lord and had the right to trade in the heart of London's ancient core. Mr Moore, with what appeared to be a glass of champagne, was toasted. He smiled when told that the ancient privileges include being hanged with silk - rather than hemp - and the right to wander the city with his sword drawn.
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