The city of Aberdeen came together to remember its fallen heroes on the anniversary of D-Day this morning.
The Gordon Highlanders Association Drum and Pipe Band gathered in the city’s Castlegate to honour the country’s glorious dead.
They were also joined by veterans to pay tribute to those who served in the pivotal 1944 beach invasion.
Wreaths were laid at the central memorial statue, and a moment of silence was held to reflect that day’s significance.
Three performances were held on the day, with the other two taking place at Banchory and the other at the Gordon Highlanders Museum.
Our photographer Kath Flannery was there to capture the moments.
Veteran James Glennie at the Gordon Highlanders Association’s 80th Anniversary commemoration. Image: Kath Flannery/DC Thomson
Reflecting on the 80th Anniversary of D-Day with the Gordon Highlanders Association. Image: Kath Flannery/DC Thomson
Major Grenvillle Irvine lays a wreath. Image: Kath Flannery/DC Thomson
Lord Lieutenant Councillor David Cameron lays a wreath. Image: Kath Flannery/DC Thomson
Reflecting on the significance of the Gordon Highlanders Association’s commemoration service for the 80th Anniversary of D-Day. Image: Kath Flannery/DC Thomson
D-Day veteran James Glennie and Sir John MacMillan share a moment. Image: Kath Flannery/DC Thomson
Veteran James Glennie lays a wreath. Image: Kath Flannery/DC Thomson
A solemn moment as Lord Lt Gen Sir John MacMillan lays a wreath in honour of the heroes of D-Day at the Gordon Highlanders Association’s 80th Anniversary commemoration. Image: Kath Flannery/DC Thomson
Lord Lt Gen Sir John MacMillan lays a wreath. Image: Kath Flannery/DC Thomson
The Gordon Highlanders Association commemorates the 80th Anniversary of D-Day, reflecting on the incredible bravery and sacrifice of those who fought. Image: Kath Flannery/DC Thomson
D-Day veteran James Glennie, Sir John MacMillan and Lord Lieutenant Councillor David Cameron. Image: Kath Flannery/DC Thomson
Remembering brave soldiers at the Gordon Highlanders’ special ceremony. Image: Kath Flannery/DC Thomson
Remembering the brave soldiers of D-Day. Image: Kath Flannery/DC Thomson
Major Grenville Irvine’s powerful speech at the Gordon Highlanders’ ceremony honours the heroes of D-Day, teaching us the value of bravery and sacrifice. Image: Kath Flannery/DC Thomson
Image: Kath Flannery/DC Thomson
D-Day veteran James Glennie and Sir John MacMillan. Image: Kath Flannery/DC Thomson
Major Grenville Irvine’s moving speech at the Gordon Highlanders’ commemoration service honors the courage and determination. Image: Kath Flannery/DC Thomson
The Gordon Highlanders Association commemoration service for the 80th Anniversary of D-Day. Image: Kath Flannery/DC Thomson
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City of Aberdeen comes together to remember fallen heroes in heartfelt D-Day memorial
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