Serving officers and veterans paraded to mark the anniversary of the Battle of Britain.
The event on Sunday (September 16) was attended by RAF Wittering personnel, air cadets from 2071 (Stamford) Squadron, members of the Royal British Legion, and Stamford Brass.
An open air service of remembrance to commemorate the Battle of Britain was led by RAF Wittering padre the Rev Squadron Leader Andrew Tucker.
Many younger people took the time to stop and observe the parade. Photo: Chris Lowndes
There was also a two-minute silence, and a flypast by a Lancaster bomber from the Battle of Britain Memorial Flight.
Mayor of Stamford Kelham Cooke represented the town in full regalia and described it as “an honour” to lay a wreath on the war memorial outside Browne’s Hospital in Broad Street.
RAF Wittering station executive officer Squadron Leader Michael Masters, and station warrant officer Darren Rose were present.
The RAF and 2071 (Stamford) Squadron, Air Cadets parading through Broad Street, Stamford. Photo: Chris Lowndes
Sqn Ldr Masters said: “The Battle of Britain was a significant event in the history of the Royal Air Force, and it is great honour to be able to commemorate the sacrifices made by the Few.
“This is an important occasion and RAF Wittering is immensely grateful of the support that we receive from Stamford residents who recognise the bravery and loyalty of the Royal Air Force then and now.”
This year is the 84th anniversary of the military campaign, which lasted from July 10 until October 31, 1940 and was pivotal in the outcome of the Second World War.
People stopped to observe the parade and the service. Photo: Chris LowndesThe parade is a spectacle of precision. Photo: Chris LowndesMembers of Stamford Brass provided music. Photo: Chris LowndesStamford town crier Andrew Downing lead the parade, carrying the town mace. Photo: Chris LowndesStamford has a long-standing connection with the RAF. Photo: Chris Lowndes2071 (Stamford) Squadron, Air Cadets stood shoulder-to-shoulder with members of the Royal Air Force. Photo: Chris LowndesReadings were given from the balcony of Browne's Hospital. Photo: Chris LowndesThe parade passed Browne's Hospital in Broad Street. Photo: Chris LowndesA Lancaster bomber performed a flypast. Photo: Chris LowndesThe Australian flag was among those seen at the parade. Photo: Chris LowndesRetired air vice marshal and now deputy Lord Lieutenant of Lincolnshire, Gary Waterfall lays a wreath on Stamford war memorial. Photo: Chris LowndesMayor of Stamford Kelham Cooke lays a wreath. Photo: Chris LowndesMembers of the Royal British Legion attended. Photo: Chris LowndesThe occasion was a sombre one. Photo: Chris LowndesA two-minute silence was observed to remember those who lost their lives in the Battle of Britain. Photo: Chris LowndesMembers of the Royal British Legion joined the parade and service. Photo: Chris LowndesFlying Officer Danielle Tetherton, officer in charge of 2071 (Stamford) Squadron, lays a wreath on the war memorialFlying Officer Danielle Tetherton with members of 2071 (Stamford) Squadron. Photo: Robert Hardie Photography
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