MILITARY personnel and councillors joined shoppers on the High Street to observe the raising of the Armed Forces Day Flag over the Guildhall.
Mayor of Worcester Coun Louis Stephen 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 (June 24).
Following a short speech by Coun Stephen, before the Last Post was played before a minute’s silence was observed. This was followed by prayers and the raising of the Armed Forces flag.
Coun Stephen said: “We are flying the flag over the Guildhall as a gesture of appreciation for all those who put themselves in the front line to protect our freedom and way of life.
“We are also showing solidarity for their loved ones and families.”
The Mayor was joined by the deputy Lieutenant of Worcestershire, Sir Nicholas Lechmere DL and Jean Waldron, the chair of Royal British Legion Worcester, along with members of 214 (Worcestershire) Battery Royal Artillery and the Worcestershire and Sherwood Foresters Regiment Association. Serving members of the Mercian Regiment also attended.
Worcester City Council’s Armed Forces Champion, Coun Pat Agar said: “It is important we remember the courage and sacrifice made by our brave service men and women in order to keep us safe.
“Showing our support for the Armed Forces provides a valued morale boost for the troops and their families, many of whom are local residents.”
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