On remembrance day I went to Newbury with my wife. Like many other towns & villages up and down the country it had it's parade which I went along to watch. It's the first time I have seen one in a long time
After the service the parade started with the Royal British Legion
Next up seem to be the church choir as that was were they were off to next,they were followed by the town council and mayor who were walking slower than a funeral procession
another shot of the mace bearers
The Veterans part of the parade
Hero's from the past
and a few of the more able bodied still marching on
just like they were still in the forces
Sargent's at Arms
The Army marches through
Later after the church service the army marched down Northbrook Street taking a salute from a Senior officer as they went by.
Taking part in Our World Tuesday
"Heroes from the past" indeed. It looks like a good crowd gathered, too, in appreciation. I'm glad you photographed it for us!
ReplyDeleteThere has been something of a revival in the way mark Remembrance Day. A good thing too for the young generation.
ReplyDeleteIt's heartening to see these parades and ceremonies persist each year. We do likewise all across Canada. It's important that each generation learns about and honours those who have served.
ReplyDeleteYou captured a lot of nice photos of the event. I always like seeing the "heros".
ReplyDeleteTerrific shots. And some of the same traditions are carried out here on November 11th.
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