South Holland marked the 80th anniversary of VJ Day last week with services and parades.
Spalding saw a parade through Ayscoughfee gardens to St Mary and St Nicolas Church on Sunday, August 17.
It involved a host of veterans, cadets and members of the public.
Coun Jan Whitbourn said: “It was amazing. The best I’ve ever done.
“I can’t believe how many people came.”
VJ Day itself was on Friday, August 15 marking the moment in 1945 when Japan surrendered, effectively ending World War II.
The Spalding Royal Naval Association held an event at the World War II memorial in Ayscoughfee Gardens led by 103-year-old veteran Charles Giles who was present at the Japanese surrender ceremony at Port Swettenham, in Malaysia.
“His attendance brought great significance and a personal connection to the day’s remembrance,” the group’s
Rodney Grocock said. “Thank you all who attended and supported the service.
“It was a powerful reminder of the importance of remembering the efforts and sacrifices of those who served in the often-overlooked Pacific theatre, and a fitting tribute to their courage and endurance.”
There were also events throughout the district.
Holbeach St Johns residents met at 12pm to join the national two-minute silence.
Members of the Royal British Legion were present with Barry Joyce, his wife Joan and Paul Atkins reading key parts of the service.
Paul Arnold read the Act of Remembrance.
