Hundreds gathered in Bridgnorth on Sunday to remember those who lost their lives in wars on Remembrance Day.
Organised by the town's branch of the Royal British Legion , the Remembrance Sunday service in Bridgnorth takes place on November 10 with a formal parade from Whitburn Street that began at 10,10am.People lined the streets as the RAF Bridgnorth cadet band led the parade followed by the RBL and veterans, uniformed organizations and the children’s associations.
Armistice Day was also marked in the town with a short service in the Castle grounds at the War Memorial, where the Mayor Ian Wellings laid a wreath.who is also the council's Armed Forces Champion, said:"The weather was kinder but I think it was a bigger turn out than last year."I was exceptionally proud as Armed Forces Champion for Shropshire Council to see so many serving and former members of the Armed Forces on parade.
"When we were stood at the war memorial and looked out over the crowd it was very moving with so many children and young people from so many clubs in attendance. "As always this town put on a fitting tribute to Remembering the fallen that paid the ultimate price. Thanks to Bridgnorth Town Council who organise this event with the Royal British Legion."Girl, 12, arrested on suspicion of grievous bodily harm at Newport Girls' High School after staff member injured 'with pair of scissors'
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