13-year-old from Norfolk charity whose dad died in war shares what Remembrance means to her
Brooke Scott talks about the importance of commemorating Armistice Day and Remembrance Sunday
Last updated 11th Nov 2022
Brooke Scott is a member of a Norfolk charity for bereaved military children, Scotty’s Little Soldiers, and she lost her father when she was only 7 months old.
Her father was Corporal Lee Scott, a commander in the second Royal Tank Regiment.
Brooke said: “I have no memories of my dad, only photos and the stories I've been told. I've been told he was proud to serve the Queen and his country.
“People describe him as the perfect soldier. And that is something I am very proud of.”
Brooke shared her experiences at school when her classmates do not understand why she cares about Remembrance Day.
She said: “I've stood during the two-minute silence thinking about my dad with people around me laughing and joking, and this makes me frustrated and angry. But most of all, sad.
“Sad that people can't take two minutes out of their day once a year to remember people who have died.”
Brooke also urged people to wear their poppies with pride as Remembrance Day is still relevant to commemorate nowadays.
“Please remember that Remembrance isn't just about the old days and World Wars I and II. There are still wars happening today and there are still people dying today.
“There are young people our age who are struggling because their parent has been killed while serving our country. And we should pay our respects for them as well as those who have died,” she said.
Nikki Scott, Brooke’s mum, founded Scotty’s Little Soldiers in August 2010.
This is a charity dedicated to supporting bereaved British Forces children and young people.
Brooke said that the support she gets from Scotty’s Little Soldiers really helps her get through one of the toughest times of the year for her.
“At Remembrance, Scotty’s supports me in lots of ways. It’s nice to know they are there, thinking about me and helping me.
“I like to know that if it gets too much, I can have a one-to-one call or go online with other members, and they will all understand. It helps me not to feel alone,” she said.
If you know a child or young person who has experienced the death of a parent who served in the British Armed Forces, they could be eligible for specialist bereavement support from Scotty's Little Soldiers.
You can contact or donate to Scotty’s Little Soldiers through their website.