centenary

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The new cross, made from recycled silver along with Welsh slate and reclaimed wood, was a gift from the king to the Church in Wales to mark its centenary in 2020.

From Reuters

The centenary of the birth of the man who discovered ibuprofen is being marked in a Fenland town.

From BBC

The Queen Consort, who is patron of Elmhurst, unveiled a plaque during her visit to mark the school's centenary, and spoke to other students, staff and alumni.

From BBC

But the last planned set, marking the centenary of the Flying Scotsman, was revealed in February.

From BBC

Doubts are growing over the future of Madrid's remaining orders for the Airbus A400M troop plane, European defence sources said on Monday, as corporate leaders and dignitaries marked the centenary of Spain's military planemaking activities.

From Reuters