Today, Saturday 3 September, is Merchant Navy Day, which is celebrated throughout the Overseas territories and the United Kingdom. Following World War One, King George V wanted to recognise the role and sacrifice made by the often forgotten Merchant Navy community. The day and title of Merchant Navy was bestowed to British merchant seafarers.
Modern-day merchant seafarers are responsible for the UK’s imports, including food and other daily products and goods. On this day, the Red Ensign is flown across the Overseas Territories and the UK to honour the brave men and women of the Merchant Navy.
The Red Ensign flag alongside the Falklands Islands flag will be flown on Victory Green, show our continued support for the hardworking men and women at sea. The Governor of the Falkland Islands, Alison Blake, and the Chief Executive, Andy Keeling, joined the Deputy Harbour Master, Steuart Barlow, in hoisting the flags.
