President David Granger yesterday joined with veterans, members of the Cabinet, the Joint Services, the diplomatic community and citizens at the Remem-brance Day War Memorial Service at the Cenotaph on Main Street, Georgetown.
In his first Remembrance Day as President, Granger lauded those who fought and lost their lives in World War I and II, referring to them as gallant men and women, who made the ultimate sacrifice.
He said, “We are forever indebted to them for their supreme sacrifice in the cause of peace and freedom.” GINA said that Granger also took the opportunity to honour all Guyanese, who died in service to the nation.
“Let us thank those who continue to defend our territory and our patrimony throughout our country”, he said. He added that because of the example of all who have paid the ultimate sacrifice, Guyana is resolved to “maintain our efforts for a world at peace with justice and prosperity for all peoples”.
Also laying wreaths at the ceremony were Prime Minister Moses Nagamootoo, the Chief of Staff of the Guyana Defence Force, Brigadier Mark Phillips, Commissioner of Police, Seelall Persaud, members of the Diplomatic Corps and representatives of regional and international bodies and organisations, GINA said.
After the ceremony, the President was given a military salute, during a March-Past by the Joint Services and members of the Guyana Veterans Legion Association at the corner of Main and New Market streets.
