The 204 Signal Squadron, based at Catterick Garrison, is being disbanded as part of British Army restructuring. The unit went on parade for the final time in front of friends and family, before its men and women are posted elsewhere.
Lt David Cummings from 204 Signal Squadron said his unit had a long association with Catterick Garrison, and it was a sad day to see its members separately posted elsewhere.
"I would personally like to thank the local community for their amazing donations of food, toiletries and clothing. "
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There has been resistance to calls to dismantle memorials to the explorer.