Fusiliers say thanks for proud parade

Date published: 13/01/2010

At the end of November last year, the Second Battalion of the Royal Regiment of Fusiliers marched through Rochdale as a magnificent turnout celebrated their homecoming from Afghanistan.

The lads on parade went away proud of their link with Rochdale on what was a proud day for the town with thousands turning out to pay tribute to the young soldiers.

During the parade a collection was taken for the Fusilier Aid Society, which helps the families of deceased Fusiliers and the rehabilitation of the wounded, and a total of £1,800 was raised.

Lt Col Mike Glover, the Area Secretary for the Royal Regiment of Fusiliers in Lancashire, said: “It was a marvellous day and the people of Rochdale were extremely generous. On behalf of the Fusilier family I would like to say thank you to all who contributed to the collection and all who turned out to support the parade.”