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Armed Forces Day brings thousands of people to Banbridge

Banbridge has played host to Northern Ireland's flagship event to mark the UK's Armed Forces Day.

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Thousands of people lined the streets of the County Down town to enjoy Armed Forces Day
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A parade featured 500 serving personnel, cadets, veterans and bands
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The parade went from Newry Street to Banbridge Rugby Club
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Armed Forces Day is celebrated around the UK every June and is an opportunity for the public to recognise serving troops, reserves and veterans for their service and sacrifice
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The programme included a service at the Banbridge War Memorial
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The event also featured a flypast from the Red Arrows, the RAF's aerobatic team, and a display of vintage aircraft and military vehicles