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Flying the flag in Walsall to mark Armed Forces Day
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Armed Forces Day celebrations begin on Monday 19 June 2023 when the Armed Forces Day flag is raised on buildings and famous landmarks around the country.
In Walsall, the Armed Forces Day flag will be raised in a special flag-raising ceremony at 10.30am outside the Council House. This is in the run up to and in honour of Armed Forces Day, which takes place this year on Saturday 24 June 2023.
The Mayor of Walsall, Councillor Chris Towe, will host the ceremony and the short service will recognise and celebrate the contribution of all those who serve or have served in Her Majesty’s Armed Forces.
In attendance will be Deputy Lieutenant Sukhjinder Khera DL and guests representing a number of local organisations.
Members of the public are invited to come along and watch the procession outside the Council House and show their support. The ceremony has been organised by Walsall Council and there will be a military fanfare performed by a bugler followed by the raising of the flag and a minute’s silence.
“ Flying this flag shows our continuing support and gratitude for those men and women who make up the armed forces community, from serving troops to cadets, reserves and veterans. Every year, Armed Forces Day gives us all the chance to show our gratitude for all they do, and I am delighted to host this event and pay tribute to them. “
