PARADES, military displays and civic receptions were held across the country in tribute to former and current Armed Forces staff.
Large crowds turned out for Armed Forces Day as veterans, service personnel and cadets led parades across the country including in Edinburgh, Glasgow and Aberdeen.
The day was established in 2009 to honour the country's servicemen and women and their families across the Army, Navy and RAF.
Its aim is to enable the public to demonstrate their support and appreciation for all those who serve and have served in the forces.
Nicola Sturgeon said the day offered an opportunity to thank them for their "professionalism and sacrifices".
The First Minster was in Glasgow for the occasion, joining Lord Provost Sadie Docherty, in her role as Lord Lieutenant, to lead the city's celebrations in George Square and take the salute at the march-past at the Cenotaph.
Sturgeon said: "Armed Forces Day is about recognising the huge contribution our servicemen and women have made, and continue to make, to our national life.
"It is an opportunity to thank them for their professionalism and sacrifices and for the selfless service overseas and at home that helps to preserve the democratic freedoms we are privileged to enjoy today.
"Armed Forces Day is not just to thank those who are currently serving in operations around the world. It is also a time to show our gratitude to veterans, young and old, for their service."
Hundreds of military staff also paraded in Edinburgh near the city's Grassmarket.
The 200th anniversary of the Battle of Waterloo was also marked, with the Duke of Kent taking the salute in Edinburgh.
Brigadier Paul Harkness, Commander of 51 Infantry Brigade, said: "On behalf of all Army personnel serving in Scotland I would like to thank the people of Scotland for their ongoing support to both our serving and veterans communities.
"For those of us who are serving it is an honour to be able to defend and protect the freedoms that we enjoy as a country and provide the peace and security that underwrites our way of life."
Guildford played host to the main celebration south of the border, attended by Prime Minister David Cameron.
The Prime Minister paid tribute to service personnel during the event at the city's cathedral.
Defence Secretary Michael Fallon and Vice Chief of the Defence Staff Air Chief Marshal Sir Stuart Peach also attended while the Red-Arrows staged a fly-past.
More than 150 events took place across the country to mark the seventh annual celebration.
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