Remembrance Sunday and Armistice Day Message from the Chair of the Council
This Sunday, 9 November, is Remembrance Sunday, commemorating the service of British and Commonwealth military and civilian personnel during the two World Wars and later conflicts. Following this, Armistice Day will be observed with the Royal British Legion on Tuesday, 11 November, at 11am, with a two-minute silence marking the end of World War One.
“For many people, Remembrance is associated with the fallen of the First and Second World Wars, to whom we owe an incalculable debt of gratitude.
I note that this year marks the 80th Anniversary of VE Day, VJ Day, and the Battle of Britain: three key events in the World War Two narrative.
The practical nature of conflict may have changed in certain ways, but the fundamental horror of war is no different.
With so much turmoil and strife around the world, it is important to reflect also on the sacrifice of those who served in more recent conflicts around the globe, including the Falklands, Iraq and Afghanistan.
We are thankful for the diligence of those who ensure our safety every day: our serving Service personnel and Blue Light services as well as the families who support them.”
Remembrance Sunday honors those who served in past and recent conflicts, emphasizing continued gratitude for military personnel and their families' sacrifices.
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