RAF takes to the streets of Shrewsbury for Freedom Parade

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By Richard WilliamsShrewsburyPublished: Sept 17, 2023

Shrewsbury came to a standstill on Sunday morning as the men and women of RAF Shawbury exercised their right to march through the town.

The Freedom Parade in Shrewsbury on Sunday

Sunday morning's Freedom Parade marked the 83rd Anniversary of the Battle of Britain and also celebrated the coronation year of the King and Queen.

By Richard Williams

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