Bury fell silent today to honour those who made the ultimate sacrifice for our freedom.
The streets of Bury Town Centre were lined with people as the parade marched through the town centre for a service at the war memorial on The Rock.
A parade led the way from Bury Town Hall at 10.30am along Knowsley Street, Haymarket Street and Market Street to the cenotaph.
At the memorial crowds fell silent for two minutes at 11am before wreaths were laid and a service of remembrance was held at Bury Parish Church.
Members of the public also joined in the singing of hymns during the wreath-laying ceremony.
Hundreds attended, including some virtual viewers from New Zealand and Australia who joined via the Bury Times Facebook live, which can be watched back here.
Cllr Shaheena Haroon, the borough mayor, also joined representatives of the armed forces, civilian organisations and other dignitaries.
Cllr Haroon said: “Every year we wear our poppies with pride in support of the men and women who fought for our freedom and for those who are continuing to serve and protect our nation.
“This solemn and moving occasion always brings our communities together to remember their sacrifice in ensuring we enjoy the freedoms we do today.”
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The mayor will also attend a civic service in Tottington later today, laying a wreath at the war memorial to the music of Tottington Public Band.
Councillor Richard Gold, the council’s armed forces lead and cabinet member for finance and communities, said: “We are proud of our armed forces and the immense contribution they have made, and continue to make, to our country, some sadly giving their lives for us."
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