Remembrance Day in London (OneTravel)

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Today, Tuesday November 11th, is Remembrance Day, the day to remember the men and women who lost their lives serving in World Wars One and Two and later conflicts. Also known as Armistice Day or Poppy Day, many official commemorations occur on “Remembrance Sunday” (the weekend before the 1th). Remembering those who gave their lives for their country has especially poignant significance this year as 2014 marks the 100th anniversary of the start of World War One.

A number of Remembrance events take place in London every year. Here’s a look at a few special exhibitions marking the sombre occasion in the British capital.

Read my complete post at the OneTravel blog.

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