HRH The Duke of Edinburgh visited Barnstaple on 17th November to take the salute at the homecoming parade of the men and women from Commando Logistic Regiment, Chivenor Barracks, having returned from their six months in Afghanistan. The troops were led through the streets by the Band of Her Majesty’s Royal Marines. The crowd was boosted by 1000 plus, families and friends, who travelled from all over the UK. On return to the Barracks the Duke of Edinburgh presented troops with various medals, including the Operational Service Medal.
Photos courtesy of Tom Teegan and Barnstaple Town Council.