Brecon Town Council will be offering free fish and chips for veterans as part of the 80th anniversary of D-Day next month.
June 6 2024 marks the 80th anniversary of D-Day, when Allied forces mounted the largest amphibious invasion the world has ever witnessed. The operation began the liberation of France, and the rest of Western Europe, and laid the foundations of the Allied victory on the Western Front.
Brecon Town Council has been busy preparing commemorative events on Thursday, June 6 2024, as part of the series of national events taking place on this date.
Here’s what is happening throughout the day:
8am: Town Crier’s Proclamation outside The Guildhall.
11am: Wreath laying at the Cenotaph outside St Mary’s Church.
1pm/5pm/6:30pm: Free fish and chips for veterans at The Guildhall.
8:15pm - 9:15pm: Musical entertainment by Brecon Town Band, the international tribute and lighting of the beacon, at Bethel Square.
If you are a veteran, Brecon Town Council would like to welcome you to The Guildhall for fish and chips. There is no charge, but they do ask that you register in advance by phoning 01874 622884, calling in at The Guildhall on weekday mornings, or by filling in the form at https://brecontowncouncil.org.uk/events.
The closing date for registration is Thursday, May 30 2024.
Cllr John Powell, Mayor of Brecon said: “Allied forces executed Operation Overlord on June 6 1944, launching the largest seaborne invasion in history. D-Day is recognised as a pivotal moment in the Second World War, which Brecon Town Council is proud to be holding events in order to honour veterans, and encourages our local community to join in the commemorations celebrating the legacy of D-Day, and the enduring peace and freedom which came at great cost that we hope to continue enjoying today.
“Let us come together as a community to express our gratitude to honour the bravery of those heroes of D-Day and recognise the thousands who supported them in the air, on land, and at sea by ensuring that their courage and sacrifice are never forgotten.”