Air cadets join mass parade to celebrate 75 years

Air cadets from Bedfordshire squadrons marched in largest parade in their Wing's history on the 75th Anniversary of the organisation.

By The Newsroom

Published 9th Feb 2016, 10:15 BST

Updated 17th Feb 2016, 05:30 BST

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Members of 134 (Bedford), (207) Cranfield, (1985) Flitwick and (2462) Oakley squadrons joined a parade of 750 cadets and 75 staff to march through the city of Ely, celebrating what is known as “ATC Sunday”.

Wing Commander Tony Kelly said gathering so many cadets and staff was “an opportunity for the whole Wing to come together to start a year of celebration and pride in our achievements”.

A new Bedfordshire and Cambridgeshire Wing banner was dedicated at the event.