WITH reference to the suggestion by Gordon Brown to observe a special day to celebrate Britishness.
On January 26, Australia Day is celebrated. Being an Aussie by birth I have vivid memories of paying allegiance each morning as we stood on parade before marching into our classrooms at my school in Queensland.
We stood to attention saying together 'I Love my country, I honour my King, I salute my flag' - the flag being the Union Flag, the King being King George VI.
The Union Flag was lowered, then the Southern Cross flag hoisted then after it was lowered we marched to our classrooms.
We celebrated Empire Day, Labour Day, Wattle Day, Anzac Day and Remembrance Day on which we celebrated a service at the war memorial.
In school we were taught both the Australian and English National Anthems.
It's a pity St George's Day isn't remembered better in comparison to St Andrew's, St Patrick's and St David's days.
Perhaps a special day would be appropriate to celebrate the many diverse cultures and people who live here as one.
One's own birth roots should never be forgotten, nor should Remembrance Sunday ever be forgotten.
If, and when, this special day comes into being, it needs to be taught from a young age in our schools as a mark of respect and togetherness.
Maybe a multi-cultural parade followed by sports and parties to have fun as well. I would like to celebrate this day in my lifetime.
Agnes Brierley
Wilton Road
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