Veterans march through Edinburgh city centre to mark 40 years since Falklands War

Published date18 June 2022
Veterans in the city were present to commemorate those who died during the conflict with Argentina 40 years ago, which took place on the Falklands off the coast of South America

British soldiers helped defend the islands in 1982 after they were invaded by the Argentinians, with a parade marching from Charlotte Square, along George Street and to St Andrews Square.

They were joined by veterans from other conflicts as well as Edinburgh's Lord Provost and Cabinet Secretary Keith Brown.

Veterans were joined by a pipe band and flag bearers as they made their way through Edinburgh's city centre.

Around 255 British servicemen were killed during the conflict.

The parade took place on a sunny Saturday afternoon, June 18, and focussed on the friends and family that sadly never returned home.

The Lord Provost of Edinburgh, Robert Aldridge, laid a wreath during the service of remembrance.

The ten-week...

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