Throngs of spectators have turned out in Ballymena to see the Royal Irish Regiment parade through its streets as part of a military ceremony marking their long connection with the area:-Throngs of spectators have turned out in Ballymena to see the Royal Irish Regiment parade through its streets as part of a military ceremony marking their long connection with the area:-
Throngs of spectators have turned out in Ballymena to see the Royal Irish Regiment parade through its streets as part of a military ceremony marking their long connection with the area:-

In Pictures: Royal Irish Regiment historic Laying up of Colours ceremony in Ballymena

By Michael Cousins
Published 4th Sep 2023, 10:09 BST
On Saturday the historic Laying up of Colours ceremony attracted people from across the borough and beyond to a momentous day marking the town’s historic links to the regiment

Infantry Colours are a type of flag that embody the spirit that binds a regiment together and serve as a reminder of the sacrifices made.

Throngs of spectators have turned out in Ballymena to see the Royal Irish Regiment parade through its streets as part of a military ceremony marking their long connection with the area:-

21. Throngs of spectators have turned out in Ballymena to see the Royal Irish Regiment parade through its streets as part of a military ceremony marking their long connection with the area

Throngs of spectators have turned out in Ballymena to see the Royal Irish Regiment parade through its streets as part of a military ceremony marking their long connection with the area:- Photo: Supplied:-

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