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Edinburgh Live
Edinburgh Live
National
Kris Gourlay

Veterans march through Edinburgh city centre to mark 40 years since Falklands War

A march in memory of those who lost their lives during the Falklands War took place in Edinburgh on Saturday.

Veterans in the city were present to commemorate those who died during the conflict with Argentina 40 years ago, which took place on the Falklands off the coast of South America.

British soldiers helped defend the islands in 1982 after they were invaded by the Argentinians, with a parade marching from Charlotte Square, along George Street and to St Andrews Square.

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