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Queen Elizabeth II: Brass band tribute in the sky

A balloon company provided an unusual performance venue for members of a brass band to pay tribute to Queen Elizabeth II ahead of her state funeral on Monday.

Rainbow Hot Air Balloon Team invited members of Porthywaen Silver Band, who are based near Oswestry in Shropshire, to fly over the town.

They delivered a rendition of the Last Post and also the National Anthem on Saturday evening.

19 September 2022

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