Monday, November 11, 2013

Remembrance Day



Armistice Day: UK Remembers -- BBC

The anniversary of the World War One armistice - signed 95 years ago - has been marked in the UK with a two-minute silence.

Ceremonies have taken place at military bases, town halls, churches, schools, and at the National Memorial Arboretum in Alrewas, Staffordshire.

The Royal British Legion held its own event in London' s Trafalgar Square.

Meanwhile, the Duke of Edinburgh has visited Belgium, scene of some of World War One's deadliest battles.

This year, Armistice Day, which honours members of the armed forces who have died in that war and in all conflicts since, comes a day after Remembrance Sunday.

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More News On Remembrance Day

Lest we forget: Britons stand still to remember those who made the ultimate sacrifice for Queen and Country -- Daily Mail
Canada's last Remembrance Day in Afghanistan evokes poignant memories -- Calgary Herald/Postmedia News
Thousands gather at Melbourne Shrine to mark Remembrance Day -- ABC News (Australia)
Remembrance Sunday marked by silent tributes across the world -- The Guardian
In Photos: Remembrance Day across the world -- Global News

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