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The Guardian - UK
The Guardian - UK
National
Tom Ambrose

UK Armed Forces Day pays tribute to personnel past and present

Armed forces parade on the promenade on Scarborough seafront.
Members of the armed forces take part in the military parade in Scarborough, where more than 100,000 people were expected to attend. Photograph: Ian Forsyth/Getty Images

The UK celebrated Armed Forces Day on Saturday, as public figures paid tribute to those currently serving, or who have served, in the military.

In a statement posted on Twitter, the Duchess of Cambridge paid tribute to “all the brave men and women” who “keep us safe”.

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