On Thursday (June 6), it was 80 years since the Allied Forces mounted a vast invasion of Nazi-occupied France.
The pivotal event in the Second World War on mainland Europe involved a ground force of more than 130,000 troops, from 13 countries, approaching Normandy in a 5000-vessel armada. Ahead of this, 24,000 paratroopers and glider-borne troops landed behind German lines to provide tactical support.
Over the past week and more, their heroism has been honoured across a range of commemorative events across the area.
This included a service at Boston War Memorial on Thursday, during which George Harwood, a veteran from the operation, was among those to lay a wreath. George served in the Royal Navy and was on one of the landing crafts at Normandy Beach.
1. Boston area marks 80th anniversary of D-Day
The commemorations at Boston's War Memorial on Thursday were organised by St Botolph's Church and the Boston Branch of the Royal British Legion. Father David Stephenson, rector of the parish of Boston, conducted the service, which was attended by more than a hundred people. Photo: Contributor
2. Boston area marks 80th anniversary of D-Day
Normandy veteran George Harwood placing a wreath on the war memorial, assisted by his son Jamie. Mr Harwood served in the Royal Navy and was on one of the landing crafts at Normandy Beach. Photo: Contributor
3. Boston area marks 80th anniversary of D-Day
In addition to Mr Harwood, wreaths were laid Ken Mckintosh, president of the Boston branch of the Royal British Legion, Mayor or Boston Coun Helen Staples, and other veterans. Photo: DS
4. Boston area marks 80th anniversary of D-Day
Communities across the UK were invited to light beacons on Thursday at 9.15pm to mark the 80th anniversary of D-Day. Frampton Parish Council was among those to take part in the tribute. Photo: Contributor