A commemorative service will be hosted in Swinton for the 80th anniversary of Victory over Japan Day (VJ Day) this week.
The announcement was made by Salford City Council, who will host a a special commemorative service at the Cenotaph in Swinton from 11:40am on Friday 15 August.
VJ Day is observed annually on 15 August, marking the day Japan surrendered to Allied forces, bringing the Second World War to an end.
For the commemorative service of VJ Day, Reverend Andy Salmon will lead a service with members of the Salford community being warmly invited to attend.
Councillor Heather Fletcher, Ceremonial Mayor of Salford, will also lay a cross at the event. She said: “On the 80th anniversary of VJ Day, we will hold this special service and take part in the national two-minute silence at midday.
“The service will be deeply emotional, but we will proudly stand together united in freedom.
“We must never forget the actions of our brave service personnel and all those who supported the war effort at home.
“It is the perfect opportunity to once again say thank you to our service personnel, their families, and our veterans who give their all to keep us safe. Thank you.”
Residents will be welcomed to the Cenotaph in Swinton on Friday 15th August – with the service taking place at 11:40am.
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