Veterans, armed services personnel and politicians were among those gathered at Glasgow Cathedral for a special D-Day service.

June 6 marks 80 years since the landings on the beach in Normandy in 1944 that changed the course of the Second World War.

To commemorate the brave soldiers who took part in the D-Day landings, a service was held at the city cathedral on Thursday morning.

Our photographer Colin Mearns captured some incredibly poignant pictures of the service. 

The event was hosted by Lord Provost Jacqueline McLaren, in her role as Lord Lieutenant. 

(Image: Colin Mearns)

(Image: Colin Mearns)

Standard bearers Arlene Reid, Mick Gethins, Megan Ginnelly and Kazimierz Wroblew (Image: Colin Mearns)

She said ahead of the event: “We remember the incredible valour of those who shared our values - and paid the ultimate price to preserve our freedoms.

"Only last week, the city commemorated the 100th anniversary of the Cenotaph in George Square.

“The legacy of their bravery and heroism, are the way of life and freedoms we enjoy today.”

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The worship was led by Glasgow Cathedral's minister, Reverend Mark Johnstone, alongside Rev John Purves and Rev John Sturrock the Moderator of Glasgow Presbytery.

Among those veterans who attended the service was 92-year-old Kenneth Long, who served with the 6th Batallion Glasgow Highlanders.

Donning his medals, Mr Long appeared emotional at the service honouring the men he fought alongside in 1944. 

Kenneth LongKenneth Long (Image: Colin Mearns)

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(Image: Colin Mearns)

(Image: Colin Mearns)

Scottish Labour leader Anas Sarwar and Glasgow Labour MP Paul Sweeney were among the guests.

A two-minute silence was observed during the service as a way of remembering the heroes lost.

Around 156,000 soldiers descended on the sand as part of the Allied invasion of occupied territories, and still the biggest seaborne invasion to date.  

(Image: Colin Mearns)

(Image: Colin Mearns)

There are thought to be approximately 10,000 casualties in the landings on the Allied side, with around 4000 soldiers confirmed dead.

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Rev Mark JohnstoneRev Mark Johnstone (Image: Colin Mearns)

Standard bearers Arlene Reid, Mick Gethins and Megan Ginnelly checking the order of serviceStandard bearers Arlene Reid, Mick Gethins and Megan Ginnelly checking the order of service (Image: Colin Mearns)