While the majority of the action happened inside the walls of the D-Day 80 commemoration event, it did not stop members of the public flocking to Southsea Common to be close to the action. Those that went down were treated to a number of displays including the Red Arrows flyover and a saluting frigate.
Here are 52 incredible photographs of the crowds taking in the action:
25. D-Day 80th Anniversary
Crowds make their way to the D-Day 80 national commemorative event in the morning.Picture: Chris Moorhouse (050624-029) Photo: Chris Moorhouse
26. D-Day 80th Anniversary
Arrival of HRH Prince of Wales at the D-Day 80 national commemorative event on Southsea Common.Picture: Chris Moorhouse (050624-031) Photo: Chris Moorhouse
27. D-Day 80th Anniversary
Crowds at the D-Day 80 national commemorative event, Southsea Common, Portsmouth.Picture: Chris Moorhouse (050624-028) Photo: Chris Moorhouse
28. D-Day 80
Many of the roads in Southsea were closed for the event.Picture: Chris Moorhouse (050624-001) Photo: Chris Moorhouse