#ArmedForcesDay

D-Day in the United Kingdom
31st May 2024
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Leeds Honors Heroes for the 80th Anniversary of D-Day

As the country approaches the 80th anniversary of D-Day, Leeds is set to pay heartfelt tributes to the heroes of this pivotal moment in history. Next week, the city will host several commemorative events to honor those who served. June 6, 1944, marks one of the most significant dates in the history of modern…
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Daisy Belles - Armed Forces Day
10th May 2024
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Leeds Armed Forces Day: A Day of Honor and Celebration

Leeds is transforming its annual Armed Forces Day into the Armed Forces Festival in 2024, extending the celebration throughout the month with an array of themed activities. The festival will culminate in a central city event on Sunday, June 30. Hosted by the Lord Mayor of Leeds, the Armed Forces Festival offers an opportunity…
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De Havilland Tiger Moth plane
9th June 2023
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Reach for the sky with Leeds Armed Forces Day 2023

One lucky winner can reach for the sky this summer, with the Leeds Armed Forces Day 2023 Grand Raffle to win a flight experience in a vintage De Havilland Tiger Moth plane. The flight experience winner (subject to meeting the terms and conditions) will take to the skies in the open cockpit of a…
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Dishforth MWC
17th March 2023
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Military Wives Choir tops the bill for Leeds Armed Forces Day 2023

The Dishforth Military Wives Choir (MWC) will top a bill of festivities and excitement at this year’s Armed Forces Day in Leeds. Hosted by the Lord Mayor of Leeds, Armed Forces Day celebrates the courage, dedication, and commitment of the British Armed Forces. People of all ages and backgrounds are invited to come along…
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Lord Mayor signing Freedom of Entry
11th December 2020
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Long-serving Leeds parachute regiment become first military unit in over 40 years to be recognised with city’s highest civic honour

The 4th Battalion, The Parachute Regiment (4PARA) has been awarded the city’s highest civic honour in recognition of their many years of devoted service and historic association with Leeds. Established in 1942, 4PARA are the first military service unit to be bestowed with Honorary Freedom of Leeds since HMS Ark Royal received the honour…
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