John Robinson, Chairman of the Portadown Branch, said the aim of the festival was to provide a night of good entertainment and “in remembrance of those who have given their lives and those who have suffered as a result of their service to the Crown and country”.
The festival – held in Craigavon Civic Centre – also remembered the 40th anniversary of the Falklands War, the centenary of the RUC and a reflection of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth 11’s life and Platinum Jubilee.
5. Festival of Remembrance
Markethill Fiddle Orchestra in performance at the RBL Festival Of Remembrance. PT44-212. Photo: Tony Hendron
6. Festival of Remembrance
NI Victims Commissioner Danny Kinahan (left) and UUP leader, Doug Beattie, MC. PT44-210. Photo: Tony Hendron
7. Festival of Remembrance
Rev Capt Geoffrey Walmsley of Milltown-Birches Parish and his wife Christine, son Thomas and daughter Grace. PT44-211. Photo: Tony Hendron
8. Festival of Remembrance
Ryan Hanlon, standard bearer for Portadown RBL and Che McNally, former secretary Portadown RBL. PT44-204. Photo: Tony Hendron