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Battle of Britain Parade and Service 2024

Published September 11, 2024 By

The anniversary of the Battle of Britain will be commemorated in Middlesbrough at the weekend with the annual Parade and Service. 

This year’s event takes place on Sunday, September 15.

In commemoration of the 84th anniversary of the Battle of Britain,1869 (Middlesbrough) Squadron Air Training Corps will be on parade. 

The Squadron Air Training Corps will be on parade at the Cenotaph at 11.30am where a short service and wreath laying ceremony will be held.

The Battle of Britain was the German air force’s attempt to gain air superiority over the RAF from July to September 1940.

Their ultimate defeat was one of the turning points of World War Two and prevented Germany from invading Britain.

The RAF Ensign is currently flying over Middlesbrough Town Hall in commemoration of those who fought for freedom.

Councillor Linda Lewis, Middlesbrough Council’s Armed Forces Champion, said: “The Battle of Britain is one of the proudest moments in our nation’s history, and the annual Parade and Service are recognition of all those who played their part.

“Many brave men and women laid down their lives to safeguard the freedoms we enjoy today, and it’s only right that we pay tribute to their sacrifice.”

 

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