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Hundreds of young people came together to commemorate the anniversary of the Battle of Trafalgar today (Sunday 22 October), at Sea Cadets’ national Trafalgar Day parade.

Four-hundred sea cadets from across the country marched from Horse Guards Parade to Trafalgar Square, where there was a performance by the Massed Bands of the Sea Cadet Corps. There were also flag displays and a physical training performance from cadets, wreath-laying, a parade inspection and a service.

Sea Cadets marks the anniversary of the Battle of Trafalgar with a parade on Trafalgar Square on the Sunday closest to 21 October every year, in a tradition going back more than 100 years. On that date in 1805, Admiral Lord Nelson defeated the French and Spanish fleets of Cape Trafalgar in South West Spain, losing his life at the height of his most famous victory.

The Captain Sea Cadets, Captain Phil Russell RN, said: “This show-stopping parade is a reflection of the hard work, dedication and passion our cadets and volunteers have invested throughout the year, and we are really proud of them. The day went really well, and you can tell from the smiles on people’s faces that everyone enjoyed themselves.”

Sea Cadets will take part in a spectacular show of formal parading in Central London to mark Trafalgar Day this weekend.

Four-hundred cadets from across the country will take part in the event on Sunday, alongside Sea Cadets volunteers.

Trafalgar Day is a chance to showcase skills and talents to spectators and tourists, as well as high-profile guests. For more than 100 years, Sea Cadets units up and down the country have marked the anniversary of the Battle of Trafalgar with parades, usually on the Sunday closest to 21 October. On that date in 1805, Admiral Horatio Lord Nelson defeated the French and Spanish fleets of Cape Trafalgar in South West Spain, losing his life at the height of his most famous victory.

You can follow the event on Twitter, Facebook and Instagram, and those who are at the event can also use our geofilter on Snapchat.

Cadet Corporal Sam Keating of MKSCC’s Royal Marine Cadet Detachment was installed as Lord Lieutenant of Buckinghamshire's Sea Cadet, the unit’s seventh in succession. Despite having served for only a little over two years, Sam has made meteoric progress through the Royal Marine Cadet ranks and is always an enthusiastic volunteer for unit sporting and civic activities.

Through the coming year Sam will attend the Lord Lieutenant during his official engagements, particularly royal visits.

Cadet Corporal Sam Keating of MKSCC’s Royal Marine Cadet Detachment was installed as Lord Lieutenant of Buckinghamshire's Sea Cadet, the unit’s seventh in succession. Despite having served for only a little over two years, Sam has made meteoric progress through the Royal Marine Cadet ranks and is always an enthusiastic volunteer for unit sporting and civic activities.

Through the coming year Sam will attend the Lord Lieutenant during his official engagements, particularly royal visits.

On 11 October, more than 120 MSSC members, trustees and supporters gathered at Trinity House, London, for Annual Court, the charity’s AGM.

Marine Society was delighted to take the opportunity to present its annual awards. Susan Dio, CEP of BP Shipping, was the guest speaker, and Petty Officer Cadet Dani, a sea cadet from Flitwick and Ampthill Unit, gave a speech about her experiences in the Corps.

The award winners were:

- MCA Officer Trainee of the Year Award: Tristan Greaney

- GCSE/A-Level Outstanding Achievement: Petty Officer Cheryl More RN

- Middlesex University Award, for outstanding achievement in MSc Professional Practice Studies: Gordon Foot

- Open University Award for outstanding achievement in studies towards BA Leadership and Management: Liam Hyland

- John William Slater Award for outstanding achievement in Officer of the Watch Unlimited studies: Kevin Lennon

- Marine Society Lifelong Learning Award: Gordon Foot