It'll take place this weekend
Armed Forces Day will be marked in Northampton with a military parade and entertainment. alongside the signing of the Armed Forces Covenant by Northampton Town Council.
The march steps off from the top of Abington Street, by Abington Square, accompanied by cadet groups from several schools across Northampton. At 10.10am, the parade will halt on Wood Hill to witness the signing of the Armed Forces Covenant, with speeches from Deputy Lord-Lieutenant of Northamptonshire, Brigadier David Russell-Parsons OBE and the Mayor of Northampton.
The Royal British Legion, the Soldiers’ and Sailors’ Family Association, the Western Front Association and Army Benevolent Fund, the Royal Airforce Association, the Royal Marines Association and Help for Heroes will all have information stalls set up. Phil York, from the Northampton Branch of the Royal British Legion, said: “We encourage people to come and watch the parade and show their support. It is a day to appreciate the dedication, courage, and selflessness of the brave individuals who serve in our armed forces.”
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