Life in the UK

Culture & Traditions

Remembrance Day

Remembrance Day, on 11 November, commemorates those who died fighting for the UK and its allies in wars. Many people wear a poppy and observe a two-minute silence at 11 a.m.

Key facts

  • Remembrance Day is held on 11 November.
  • It marks the end of the First World War in 1918.
  • People wear red poppies to remember the fallen.
  • A two-minute silence is held at 11 a.m.

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