INTERNATIONAL VETERANS DAY TORREVIEJA
TO BE HELD IN THE “PARK OF NATIONS”
ON WEDNESDAY 27TH JUNE 2007 (and thereafter on an annual basis)
COMMENCING 4PM, COMPLETING 9PM.
1. The above event has the blessing of the Mayor of Torrevieja, and the International Office of Torrevieja.
2. The event is open to Veterans of all Nationalities, residing/holidaying in Spain:
a. What is a Veteran?
(i) The term ‘Veteran’ is used to mean all those who have served their country in the Armed Forces (whether Regular or Reserve). This group has been commonly known as ex-Service personnel. The term ‘Veteran’ also includes their widows/widowers, and their dependants as part of the veterans’ community. As well as all ex-members of the Armed Forces the term Veteran also, exceptionally, includes those members of the Merchant Navy (or equivalent), who played a vital role in legally defined military operations. The Veteran’s community is therefore a wide, and disparate population, estimated to be over 10 MILLION people in the UK alone.
3. Veterans days have been celebrated in various parts of the World before. In 2006 the UK joined in the celebrations. This year Spain, along with the large International contingent therein, will join in, attending the above event.
4. The event will consist of various charity/sponsorship stalls, open throughout the event. Beer/beverages and snacks will be available, however, it may be advisable to bring your own to avoid possible queues – seating/tables will also be provided, but will be limited, so be prepared (place a collapsible chair in the boot of your car, just in case!)
Timings:
(i) 4pm Stalls set up and running.
(ii) 4.30pm All persons attending to be present in front of bandstand.
(iii) 4.45pm VIPs arrive.
(iv) 5pm Church Service commences.
(v) 5.30pm Form up adjacent to Childrens park entrance/exit.
(vi) 5.45pm March Past led by Spanish Flag bearer, Union Jack Standard bearer, Royal Naval Association Standard bearer, Royal Naval Association contingent, Royal British Legion Standard bearer, Royal British Legion contingent, Royal Air Force Association Standard bearer, Royal Air Force Association contingent, the remainder will follow on at their own pace (National Flags are welcome to be displayed with this group).
Dress:
Those attending, from local Associations/Organisations, are requested to wear Medals, dark jackets/ Service ties, dark trousers, black shoes (headdress is optional).
5. Further detail, when known, will be published on the website torreviejaveteransday.info This site is also linked to many other associated websites, giving a vast insight into how Veterans, and their families, can gain assistance/support, should it be needed.
