In pictures: Armed Forces pay tribute to veterans of Falklands conflict
The Royal British Legion hosted the large-scale event at the National Memorial Arboretum – the focal point of commemoration in the UK.
The Royal British Legion hosted the large-scale event at the National Memorial Arboretum – the focal point of commemoration in the UK.
The flag of the Falklands Islands was raised over Plymouth Hoe and will remain in place until after Armed Forces Day.
Events have marked the anniversary of the end of the Falklands War, with a centrepiece service at the National Memorial Arboretum.
Events have taken place across the UK to mark the moment when, 40 years ago, the Falklands conflict ended with a British victory.
In January, the government announced a review into the impact of the pre-2000 ban on gay personnel in the Armed Forces.
Forty years after the Falkland Islands' liberation, Royal Marines who were there in 1982 paid their respects.
The residents have expressed their gratitude to those who fought to free the Falklands from Argentinian occupation.
Six crewmen were killed when Landing Craft Foxtrot 4 was bombed on 8 June 1982.
Following success at Goose Green, British Forces had two more Argentinian positions to take before reaching Port Stanley.
Fourteen sailors died when the ship was hit by an Exocet missile.
The awards ceremony was attended by hundreds of RAF personnel, veterans and supporters of the charity.
Fifty crewmen and soldiers lost their lives in the attack on Sir Galahad and Sir Tristram
Retired Vice Admiral Sir Timothy Laurence was at the heritage site to review the Chelsea Pensioners on parade for the 330th Founder's Day.
The Prime Minister and Speaker of the House of Commons also took part in the special commemorative ceremony.
Former soldier Mark Pawlak is taking on this epic challenge for charity Link to Hope.
Prince Charles handed out the awards to Jaco van Gass and Nims Dai - both military veterans.