To mark the centenary of the war memorial, extra events are being held alongside the annual Armistice Day commemoration. Visitors can admire vehicles from the Second World War on the square in front of the church, among other attractions.
The program on Sunday, November 8th, begins at 11 AM with a festive eucharistic celebration in the church. Following this, at 12 PM, historian Mario Baeck will give a lecture on the history of the monument. At 12:15 PM, there will be a floral tribute at the monument next to the church, followed by a reception at 12:30 PM.
From Saturday, November 7th at 1 PM, a photo exhibition will also be on display in the church, organized by the Jozef van Rompay Davidsfonds Genootschap. This exhibition focuses on the origin, realization, and symbolism of the monument, as well as the fallen soldiers listed on it.
