Paul is now in Hellysium

[AndyPegler]

I had the pleasure of knowing Paul on a number of occasions when he came in to give his usual enthusiastic, entertaining and absolutely educational dsplays to my students - as a Greek, Gladiator or Hoplite. The way that Paul could make himself at home so easily in so many different suits of armour was always amazing, along with his vast fountain of knowledge on any aspect of the kit he had on. Needless to say he impressed upon our students very well and their reaction to the news of his death was in itself a tribute to all that he had achieved and to what he brought to history. We also had the pleasure of hosting the First Ancient greek festival he organised in summer 2006, which was a great showcase for Paul's vision for re-enactments and his ability to bring so many different people together so well.
I think it would be a nice idea to pay respects to Paul in a way befitting a great warrior lost to us. I would be honoured to provide Watford Grammar School for Boys as a possible venue if you would feel a tribute to Paul would be a good way to pay such a tribute.

It is horrible to believe that any of you could die whilst bring to life the past, but as a school teacher i can definately say that what you people do does live on through the students and the public who see you all in action. That is a lasting tribute and I am sure Paul would be very pleased by the impact he has had already. If any of you feel that a festival in his honour would be a good idea please let me know. There is another thread under Events that is tentatively putting out feelers on this

http://www.romanarmy.com/rat/viewtopic.php?t=18759

Thanks a lot

Andy Pegler
Head of Classics
Watford Grammar School for Boys