– as Guyana observes 41st Republic Anniversary
GUYANA’S symbol of nationhood, the Golden Arrowhead, was yesterday morning hoisted in the forecourt of Parliament Buildings in the presence of the Commander-in-Chief, President Bharrat Jagdeo, and the military top brass to celebrate Guyana’s 41st Republic Anniversary.
Flag Ensign Midshipman Rawl Williams, assisted by Lance Corporal Kevon Tappin, raised the flag to the ceremonial 21-gun salute as members of the Cabinet, the Diplomatic Corps and the public observed the ceremonial rite.
Preceding the flag raising was the arrival of Prime Minister, Samuel Hinds, given the general salute, followed by the President’s arrival, the presidential salute and the inspection of the guard of honour.
There were four guards on parade. Number one was commanded by Lieutenant Keith Watts of the Guyana Defence Force; number two by Sub-Lieutenant Shennel Europe, also of the GDF; while the number three guard was commanded by Deputy Superintendent Ingrid Wiltshire from the Guyana Police Force. Assistant Superintendent Patrick Todd, also of the GPF,commanded the number four guard.  (GINA)