The Landing in Sicily reunion is being held on 10 July at the Belleville Armouries, the HQ of The Hastings & Prince Edward Regiment (Hast&PER). The Armories are located in downtown Belleville,ON at 187 Pinnacle St.
A parade will be held on site followed by a “typical” WW2 Italian lunch comprising spaghetti and meatballs, garlic bread, dessert, and coffee at a cost of $10 cash. The bar is open and drinks can be bought at regular Mess prices. Red and White wine is available free of charge.
Schedule:
1000hrs – Meet and greet at Belleville armouries.
1030hrs – Parade forms up in three (3) contingents in two (2) ranks. The RCR , Hast&PER, and 48th Highlanders. Parade Commander will be Col Dick Read 48th Highland Regimental Association.
1100hrs – Service begins led by Rev. Brad Beale. HCol Ken Armstrong will read the lesson.
1200hrs – Parade marches back into the armouries, and after dismissal, can purchase tickets with $10 cash for the traditional meal of spaghetti and meat balls, garlic bread, dessert, and coffee. Alcoholic beverages are available at regular Mess prices. Red and White wine is available free of charge.
Parking for the event is limited.
Dress
Regt Blazer, beret, and medals for Associate Members.
DEU w/medals for Serving Members.
PLEASE FORWARD ATTENDANCE CONFIRMATIONS AND ANY MEMORABLE STORYS.