The Lord Provost of Glasgow, Eva Bolander, will lead the city's Armed Forces Day celebrations in George Square tomorrow (June 29).
In her role as Lord Lieutenant, Eva will take the Salute at the march past the Cenotaph and will be joined by senior military personnel from branches of the military, including the Navy and RAF.
The parade will begin at Holland Street at 11am, featuring serving Royal Navy, Army and RAF personnel as well as cadets from all three services and veterans.
The Lord Lieutenant said: “Glasgow’s Armed Forces Day is an opportunity to let the incredibly brave and professional men and women in our Armed Forces know that we are grateful for all they do.
“It’s also a chance for our citizens to demonstrate their pride in our military personnel and our veterans. Inevitably too, our thoughts stray to those far from home, serving in some of the toughest places on earth.”
Colonel Sandy Fitzpatrick, Deputy Commander 51st Infantry Brigade, said: “On behalf of serving and retired personnel from all the services, and their families, I thank the city of Glasgow for its generosity on Armed Forces Day.
“Armed Forces Day differs from Remembrance. It’s a chance to celebrate our military and allow communities to recognise and show their appreciation for the contribution they make. We’re extremely appreciative of the support we receive from Glasgow’s citizens.”
After the parade there will be a civic reception in the City Chambers, which D-Day veteran and published author, William Glen, have been invited to.
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