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First World War soldiers remembered in Greater Manchester
The Turning of the Leaves ceremony, which has been held regularly since 1937, commemorates servicemen “shot at dawn” during the conflict.
Among those attending was Mayor of Bolton Cllr David Chadwick.
The event ensures these men are not forgotten, with a strong sense of remembrance pervading the proceedings.
The ceremony, held regularly since 1937, commemorates servicemen “shot at dawn” (Image: Supplied)
The ceremony takes its name from the prominent Books of Remembrance, whose leaves are turned by veterans during the ceremony.
The ceremony saw an assembly of clergy, veterans, and local leaders from all over Greater Manchester.
The ceremony saw an assembly of clergy, veterans, and local leaders from all over Greater Manchester (Image: Supplied)
Despite their advancing age and the challenge of all weather conditions, the veterans continued to uphold their commitment to remembering those who lost their lives.