The event marks the anniversary of the battle in which many men from the 36th Ulster Division, the 16th Irish Division and other forces made the supreme sacrifice.

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Lord Mayor of Belfast, Councillor Tracy Kelly and Deputy First Minister Emma Little Pengelly lead the procession at the Anniversary of the Battle of the Somme memorial at Belfast City Hall today. Picture by Stephen Davison Photo: stephen davison

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Lord Mayor of Belfast, Councillor Tracy Kelly addresses the crowd at the Anniversary of the Battle of the Somme memorial at Belfast City Hall today. Picture by Stephen Davison Photo: stephen davison

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Deputy First Minister Emma Little Pengelly during the Anniversary of the Battle of the Somme memorial at Belfast City Hall today. Picture by Stephen Davison Photo: stephen davison

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Pacemaker, Belfast, 1/7/2025: A large crowd of spectators watch the Anniversary of the Battle of the Somme memorial at Belfast City Hall today. Picture by Stephen Davison Photo: stephen davison

