May 1943 was the critical month in which strength began to ebb from the German U-boat offensive against British merchant shipping. The Royal Navy was winning deliverance for the people of Great Britain. This service is held annually to commemorate the deliverance.
Today's service is attended by Admiral of the Fleet Earl Mountbatten of Burma, The C.-in-C. Plymouth other high ranking officers of the three Services, and civic dignitaries. After the service Earl Mountbatten will take the salute at a march past of representatives of the Royal Navy, Royal Marines, Royal Air Force, Royal Naval Reserve, the Merchant Navy, and the Sea Cadets.
Conducted by The Dean, The Very Rev. Edward Patey
The Brass of the Liverpool and Booth Constabulary Band
Conducted by Chief Inspector C. J. Marriott

Anthems:
Te Deum (Vaughan Williams in G)
Jubilate Deo (Gabrieli)
Hymns:
All people that on earth do dwell
Eternal Father, strong to save
Father, hear the prayer we offer
O worship the King, all glorious above