Five of our students had the chance to take part in this year’s D-Day commemoration parades in Normandy.
The students who are part of the RAF Air Cadets 2359 (Woolton) squadron, as well as 90, 7F and 1913 squadrons, were given the opportunity to meet veterans of the D-Day landings whilst also visiting museums and memorials across five of the landing beaches.
The highlight of the trip for the cadets was being invited to march with veterans and other armed forces from across the world.
Year 10 student, SGT Thomas and year 9 student, CPL Carl were appointed as banner bearers alongside the Normandy Veteran Association and Royal British and French Legions.
Thomas said: “This was the opportunity of a lifetime. To be able to spend time with those who were prepared to give their lives for ours was very moving and we were all very honoured to meet them.”
Commanding Officer Flt Lt Phyll Whitfield from 2359 (Woolton) Air Training Corps, commented: "It is important that the youth of today remember and understand what went on in World War II. The best possible way to understand is to visit the museums and cemeteries to see the loss. Listening and interacting with the veterans is also important. We will remember them!"
