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Veterans gather for town parade | Veterans gather for town parade |
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War veterans from across the Falkirk area have gathered in Grangemouth to mark Veteran's Day. | |
A parade and memorial service was taking place for those who served in the armed services in campaigns across the world. | |
The event, organised by the Royal British Legion Scotland and Falkirk Council, began at Dundas Street at 1400 BST. | |
Former service personnel and their families were encouraged to attend. | Former service personnel and their families were encouraged to attend. |
Provost Pat Reid said: "Servicemen and women across the Falkirk area have made a huge contribution to our society by protecting our values and beliefs and it is only right that their efforts are recognised. | Provost Pat Reid said: "Servicemen and women across the Falkirk area have made a huge contribution to our society by protecting our values and beliefs and it is only right that their efforts are recognised. |
"Veterans Day celebrates both the past and the current contributions that service personnel make in our communities and we hope there is a greater public awareness as a result of this event." | "Veterans Day celebrates both the past and the current contributions that service personnel make in our communities and we hope there is a greater public awareness as a result of this event." |
The parade assembled at The Royal British Legion's branch at Dundas Street and began with a march to the Grangemouth War Memorial. | |
A short memorial service and wreath laying will take place, led by the Deputy Lord Lieutenant and local politicians, as well as representatives of the Royal British Legion. | A short memorial service and wreath laying will take place, led by the Deputy Lord Lieutenant and local politicians, as well as representatives of the Royal British Legion. |
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