Armed Forces Day
Epping Forest District Council will be raising the Armed Forces flag this week to commemorate Armed Forces Day on Saturday 28 June.
The flag will be flying to show our support for the men and women who make up the Armed Forces community, from currently serving personnel to service families, veterans and cadets.
Respect, admiration and gratitude
Armed Forces Day is a powerful reminder of the courage, dedication, and sacrifice of those who serve in His Majesty’s Armed Forces—both past and present.
Just recently, we marked the 80th anniversary of VE Day, a poignant reflection of our nation’s enduring respect for those who have defended our freedoms. The British people have always honoured their heroes, and today is no exception.
We owe an incredible debt of gratitude to the brave men and women of our Armed Forces. They are the ultimate protectors of our peace and security and indeed, of our whole way of life. They are not there just to protect us from conflict but are there in the front line of natural or man-made disasters.
This day is also a celebration of our veterans, whose service continues to inspire us. They deserve our deepest gratitude, admiration, and respect.
As a nation, we remain indebted to those who serve around the world today, and to those whose legacy we will always honour.
Cllr Louise Mead, the Chairman of Council
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