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so, a short, poignant, but highly symbolic ceremony as the reefs were thrown over the side of the ferry. the idea is to pay tribute to those who died before even reaching the french shores and beaches they had come here to liberate. and so to france and two full days of ceremonies and commemorations for those who can tell the story of what happened here eight years ago first hand. the number may be dwindling, but their commitment today, as it was then, remains immense. john maguire, bbc news, normandy. to mark this week's 80th anniversary we'll be bringing you some special coverage on the six and ten o'clock news. here's sophie with the details. we are on our way to normandy, more than 40 british d—day veterans