MILITARY personnel and the Mayor of Worcester joined shoppers on the High Street to observe the raising of the Armed Forces Day Flag over the Guildhall.
Mayor of Worcester Coun Jo Hodges was joined by dignitaries for the poignant ceremony, which saw the flag raised on buildings such as the Guildhall among other famous landmarks around the UK ahead of Armed Forces Day on Saturday.
Following a short speech by Coun Hodges, the exhortation was read by David Waldron before the Last Post and a minute’s silence.
The Kohima Epitah then led into prayers from Worcestershire’s Royal British Legion Chaplain and a local Imam before the Armed Forces Flag was raised.
The Mayor and Consort were also joined by Captain Bob Low from 214 Battery for the solemn ceremony.
“We are raising the flag over the Guildhall as a sign of thanks and appreciation to all those who put themselves in the front line in order to protect our freedom and way of life. We are also showing solidarity for their loved ones and families,” said Coun Hodges.
“I urge people this week to remember the selfless commitment, courage and sacrifice that our brave service men and women make to keep others safe,” said Coun Chris Mitchell, Worcester City Council’s Armed Forces Champion, who spent 20 years in the Army.
“Showing support for the Armed Forces provides a much-valued morale boost for the troops and their families – many of whom live locally.
Visit www.armedforcesday.org.uk for more.
