1248 (Prudhoe) Squadron

The cadets from 1248 squadron arrived in Prudhoe early on Sunday the 8^th November to pay their respects to the fallen.  The long parade in Prudhoe marched through the streets respectfully, and the two minutes silence along with lowering of the flags, happened at 11.00.

After the silence, the cadets went into the church and remembered the heroes.  Other organisations that were participating in the service were the local scouts and guiding associations, and Army cadets. The national anthem was sung inside the church, along with traditional hymns.  Also, there were several extracts from the bible read out by various people, including a sea cadet and an army cadet.

Once the church service was over, thecadets moved on to Stargate where they held a second minute’s silence with the locals. Poppies were laid in each location.

It was a sombre occasion, but remembrance has been heartfelt in two areas nearby to the squadron, and that is what it is all about.