Armistice Day
On the 11th month (November) on the 11th day at 11oclock in 1918 the Allies of World War One and Germany signed the treaty for the cessation of hostilities on the West Front.
This date, November 11th, became the date of national commemorative events in many countries. It is also known under different names, Armistice Day, Remembrance Day and Veteran’s Day.
The traditional symbol of remembrance became the red poppy. Many soldiers saw these on the turned up battle fields in Flanders.
Armistice is Latin for to stand (still) arms. The day is marked by a Two-Minute silence at 11am.
“This year the National Remembrance Gardens will broadcast their annual Armistice Day service of remembrance live from the Armed Forces Memorial.” (British Legion)
“The service commemorates the signing of the Armistice which brought an end to the First World War and remembers all those who gave their lives in service of their country since 1914.”(British Legion)
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