“The lamps are going out all over
Europe; we shall not see them lit again in our life-time”
Sir Edward Grey, British Foreign Secretary, 3th August 1914
Sir Edward Grey, British Foreign Secretary, 3th August 1914
These poignant words spoken the day before the outbreak of
the First World War are the inspiration for Lights Out. Residents, businesses and other buildings in
the UK are invited to turn off their lights from 10pm to 11pm tonight, Monday 4th
August 2014, in remembrance of the outbreak of World War I.
It is suggested that one single light or candle be left on
as a symbol of reflection marking the 100 year anniversary of the First World War.
It is expected that millions of people will take part in the
Lights Out commemoration.
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