Today, 27th June marks the 1st Armed Forces Day in the UK – a day to remember and give thanks to the men and women who have or are currently serving in the UK Armed Forces.
Across the UK events will be taking place to mark the occasion.
I have made no secret in the past of my opposition to the deployment of troops in Iraq and Afghanistan. I draw a distinction, however, between the operations our service men and women are engaged in at the personal vainglory of some political leaders and the men and women themselves.
The following vidS commemorates just a few of those who have made the ultimate sacrifice
For more details of Armed Forces Day Click here . . .