Why are there 1,000 WW2 war graves in Yorkshire?

When we picture war graves, it's easy to imagine the sweeping cemeteries of northern France or the solemn stillness of Belgium's Flanders Fields. But you may be surprised to learn that more than 160,000 Commonwealth war graves are right here in the UK – often hidden in plain sight. Stonefall Cemetery is one of the most striking examples. Nestled on the edge of Harrogate, North Yorkshire, it's the final resting place of more than 1,000 men and women who served – and died – during the First and Second World Wars. James Wharton reports. #history #war #remember Read more: https://brnw.ch/21wS3QI Subscribe to Forces News: http://bit.ly/1OraazC Check out our website: https://www.forcesnews.com Facebook:   / forcestv   Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/forcesnews/... X:   / forcesnews