Battle Of Britain 25th Anniversary

The Battle of Britain was remembered in Gisborne by about 160 ex-Air Force personnel and others who attended the 25th anniversary service at the Cenotaph, Esplanade.

Following the service, which was conducted by Captain R. H. Ford, of the Salvation Army, a wreath was laid by Mr E. Sweeney, president of the Gisborne Air Force Association.

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Mr Sweeney laying the wreath on behalf of the Gisborne Air Force Association.

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Wing Commander I. R. Mitchell, of Manutuke, addressing the gathering.

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Members of the Salvation Army band play the Last Post. At left is Captain Ford.

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Former members of the Air Force parade at the service