At least 10,000 people lined the streets of Nottingham to welcome home
troops from the Mercian Regiment who have returned from duty in Afghanistan. About 350 soldiers from the regiment's 2nd Battalion marched through the city after returning from a six-month tour. The Battalion lost nine men during their tour of Afghanistan.
Commanding Officer Lieutenant-Colonel Simon Banton said: "The boys take a huge amount from it. All they crave is recognition for their efforts." Private Jamie Grocock, 25, from Nottingham, said: "It was a great turn-out. It touches you when you hear people clapping. It makes you feel proud. Out there in Afghanistan you don't think you get a lot of respect but coming here shows people appreciate what we are doing."
troops from the Mercian Regiment who have returned from duty in Afghanistan. About 350 soldiers from the regiment's 2nd Battalion marched through the city after returning from a six-month tour. The Battalion lost nine men during their tour of Afghanistan.Commanding Officer Lieutenant-Colonel Simon Banton said: "The boys take a huge amount from it. All they crave is recognition for their efforts." Private Jamie Grocock, 25, from Nottingham, said: "It was a great turn-out. It touches you when you hear people clapping. It makes you feel proud. Out there in Afghanistan you don't think you get a lot of respect but coming here shows people appreciate what we are doing."
Well done Mercians! Well done, Nottingham!
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Crowds also turned out in Worcester to honour the Battalion at their homecoming parade through the city.
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