The Royal British Legion is recognised as the national custodian of Remembrance. Remembrance Sunday is held on the second Sunday in November, it is the day traditionally put aside to remember all those who have given their lives for the peace and freedom we enjoy today.
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Remembrance honours those who serve to defend our freedoms and way of life
- We remember the sacrifice of the Armed Forces community from Britain and the Commonwealth.
- We pay tribute to the special contribution of families and of the emergency services.
- We acknowledge innocent civilians who have lost their lives in conflict and acts of terrorism.
Remembrance does not glorify war and its symbol, the red poppy, is a sign of both Remembrance and hope for a peaceful future
Wearing a poppy is is never compulsory but is greatly appreciated by those who it is intended to support. When and how you choose to wear a poppy is a reflection of your individual experiences and personal memories. Wearing one is a show of support for the service and sacrifice of our Armed Forces, veterans and their families.
It also honours the contribution of civilian services and the uniformed services which contribute to national peace and security and acknowledges innocent civilians who have lost their lives in conflict and acts of terrorism.
Remembrance unites people of all faiths, cultures, and backgrounds but it is also deeply personal
It could mean wearing a poppy in November, before Remembrance Sunday. It could mean joining with others in your community on a commemorative anniversary. Or it could mean taking a moment on your own to pause and reflect. Everyone is free to remember in their own way, or to choose not to remember at all. In every act of remembrance, we honour the memory of the fallen and pledge to care for the living. We will remember them.
