Üritus: Reserve Forces Day Parade 2016

Üritus: Reserve Forces Day Parade 2016

Reserve Forces Day Parade 2016 will be held on 3rd July. It is a day to remember and thank our reserve forces from Navy, Army and Air Force, their families and employers. This year’s theme is, "The Gallantry Continues" with special recognition of the 50th Anniversary of the Battle of Long Tan, Vietnam 1966. Past and present reserves, regulars and descendants are invited to wear medals and parade.

Several notable dignitaries will attend including Lt Dave Sabben MG (ret’d) a platoon commander during the Battle of Long Tan who will lay a wreath at the Cenotaph in remembrance. There will be other guests representing gallantry in other actions.

The salute will be taken by Major General the Honourable Michael Jeffery , AC, AO (mil) , CVO, MC (ret’d) a past Governor General of the Commonwealth of Australia.

Everyone is invited to join us immediately after the parade at the Hope and Anchor Tavern 65 Macquarie St, Hobart.