The Armed Forces of Malta honoured its dead by observing a Day of Remembrance, marked by the holding of two poignant ceremonies.
Holy Eucharist was celebrated by His Grace Mons. Paul Cremona, Archbishop Emeritus, together with AFM Chaplain Fr Joe Meli at the AFM Chapel, with members from all constituent Units, Commanding Officers and the Deputy Commander AFM in attendance.
The Family of Gnr Zammit Graziella, who passed away this year were also invited to attend. A brief obituary in her honour was read by Officer Commanding A Coy 1 Regt, followed by blessing of the AFM Memorial Plaque by the His Grace.
The late Gunner’s name was very recently added to the list of AFM members on the Memorial Plaque.
Following this ceremony was the Blessing of the AFM Graves and Wreath Laying Ceremony was held at the Adolorata Cemetery. During this ceremony, Prayers were led His Grace and wreaths were laid by the Deputy Commander AFM and all Unit Commanding Officers.
A lone Piper played the ‘Lament’, the Firing Party fired the customary three volleys, and two Trumpeters sounded the ‘Last Post’ and then the ‘Reveille’ following a minute of reverent silence in memory of the deceased.