Celebration to commemorate WWII at Armed Forces Day
A celebration is taking place later this week to commemorate the end of World War II.
Lydiard Park will welcome people on Saturday, June 28, to appreciate the efforts of the armed forces community and mark the 80th anniversary of the end of the Second World War.
The free event is being hosted by Swindon Borough Council, with support from local armed forces organisations, and takes place at the end of a week of national tribute starting on Monday, June 23.
Running from 11am to 4pm, Swindon's Armed Forces Day will be filled with entertainment for all ages, featuring community stalls, a funfair, dynamic dance troupe performances, and a mini concert.
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The Armed Forces Day flag will be raised outside the Civic Offices in Euclid Street at 11am on Monday, June 24, marking the start of the national celebrations across the UK and members of the public are welcome to attend to show their support.
Serving armed forces personnel, veterans, and service families from around the UK will come together in Lydiard Park for the day.
The day is also a highly anticipated opportunity for communities to say 'thank you' to armed forces personnel past, present, and future.
The service will feature a cadet parade, gun salute, a C-130 flypast, and live music.
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