Bedworth Armistice Day Parade chair moved to tears after receiving honourKen Whitehead first got involved with the proud event by simply filming the 'remarkable tradition'Ken Whitehead, right, with Nuneaton and Bedworth's Mayor, councillor Bhim Saru, after being made a Freeman of the Borough during an emotional meetingBedworth Armistice Day Parade's chairman was moved to tears after being given the borough's biggest honour. ‌He was one of four local men to be given the honour at a special meeting at the Town Hall in Nuneaton. ‌His nomination received unanimous support and, in an emotional speech, he explained: "My journey with Bedworth Armistice Day Parade began many, many years ago, not as chairman but simply as someone with a camera determined to capture the spirit of this remarkable tradition. Bedworth Armistice Day Parade is not just an event, it is a legacy. "Together we have built the largest Armistice Day parade outside of London and together we ensure that Remembrance remains at the centre of Bedworth's identity.