The Last Ditch by Tom Paine

I can conceive of no better way to commemorate the 65th anniversary of Operation Overlord than by listening to this moving speech by Ronald Reagan from 25 years ago. He was able to speak of the spirit of the men who took part as no modern politician can. Indeed much of what he said would stick in a modern politician's throat.

Listening to his explanations of what motivated the soldiers of all nations who fought to liberate Europe, it was hard not to worry if such motivations still exist. I doubt a better speech will be made today and I am grateful to Iain Dale for reminding us of it.