Forty-ninth Independence Anniversary flag-raising

Eyes skyward, President David Granger (right) and Prime Minister Moses Nagamootoo (second from right) watched as the Golden Arrowhead was raised in re-enactment of the ceremony 49 years ago at the National Park when the Union Jack came down and Guyana’s flag was hoisted. This year’s observance took place this morning at the Independence Arch, Brickdam and saw the laying of a number of wreaths. (Arian Browne photo)

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