LAHORE: December 5, 2014. (Rev. James Luke) In order to honor the legendry war veteran of Pakistan Air Force (PAF) Group Captain Cecil Chaudhry (late), the government renamed a part of Lawrence Road - the road in front of St Anthony School - as “Cecil Chaudhry Road”. The renaming ceremony was held at St Anthony High School here on Saturday. Air Vice Marshal Mujahid Anwar Khan, Air Officer Commanding, Central Air Command was the chief guest. Addressing the event, the chief guest said, “Cecil Chaudhry was amongst the distinguished breed of air warriors to whom we all are indebted. He was a legendary pilot and a true patriot who displayed unflinching courage, exemplary devotion and sheer professionalism throughout his service in the PAF. “The services rendered by him significantly contributed towards achieving air superiority by the PAF during the Indo-Pak war of 1965,” he said. “The legacy of Group Captain Cecil Chaudhry will remain alive forever in our hearts, our thoughts and our prayers.” Cecil (late) was an acclaimed national hero and a highly decorated war veteran of the PAF. In recognition of his valor, he was awarded with Sitara-e-Jurat - Star of Courage - , one of the highest military awards of Pakistan. He was also an eminent educationist and a brave human rights activist. For his services in the field of education and human rights, he was also awarded pride of performance by the government. The ceremony was attended by friends and family members of the war hero, important personalities of the Christian community, and significant civil and military dignitaries were also present on the occasion.