Kindersley Legion commemorates 80th anniversary of VE Day

By Joan Janzen

KINDERSLEY - The sun was shining as the Legion’s procession made its way from the Legion Hall to the Cenotaph at Baker Park on Thursday morning, May 8th. This marked the 80th anniversary of VE-Day, which ended the Second World War in the European theatre.

The grand procession began at the Legion Hall, as they proceeded down Main Street to the Cenotaph at Baker Park on Thursday morning, May 8th. PHOTO BY JOAN JANZEN

Grade 6 students were part of the ceremony commemorating the 80th anniversary of VE Day. Playing of the Last Post was followed by two minutes of silence. PHOTO BY JOAN JANZEN

Legion President Roger Strutt addressed those in attendance at the ceremony commemorating the 80th anniversary of VE Day. PHOTO BY JOAN JANZEN

The solemn ceremony began with the March on the Colours, singing of the national anthem, and Playing of the Last Post. After two minutes of silence, Reveille was played, followed by the Depositing of Colours and a welcome address by the Legion President, Roger Strutt.

Scott Holloway, Legion Chaplain delivered a message prior to the laying of the wreaths. The day of commemoration ended with closing remarks, prayer and singing of ‘God Save the King’ before the Marching off of the Colours.

Participation from the mayor, first responders, the RCMP, Grade 6 students, and the community all contributed to honouring this historic anniversary.