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11/11/2011
UK Falls Silent On Armistice Day
Workplaces, offices, homes, shops and people on the streets fell into silence on Friday morning in remembrance of fallen British soldiers on Armistice Day.
At 11pm, the country marked the traditional silence at the precise moment the guns fell quiet on the western front at the end of World War I in November 1918.
The annual ceremony took place at the Cenotaph in London's Whitehall, while the Royal British Legion held a 'Silence in the Square' event in nearby Trafalgar Square.
Ed Miliband, Leader of the Labour Party and Jim Murphy MP Labour’s Shadow Defence Secretary, issued messages of remembrance and support for members of the armed forces, veterans and their families.
Ed Miliband said: "Today the nation will take two minutes to remember those who have lost their lives in service of this country, and all those who have served Britain. Recent years have seen a commitment by the nation to remember at 11am on the 11th of November, as well as on the Sunday following. It is absolutely right that we do.
"We honour the sacrifice and service of our brave armed forces and think of them, their families and friends.
"It is a time to remember there are still many young British men and women risking their lives abroad for the safety of those of us at home. It is something I saw myself in Afghanistan: extraordinary courage and bravery and total commitment to the mission."
Meanwhile, Jim Murphy said: "As we stand together in silence and solidarity with the fallen we have a chance to remember the sacrifices of our Forces as well as their contribution to our country. Their courage secured the liberty which we enjoy today, as well as the safety of many around the world.
"The values of Service are the values of Britain - patriotism, dignity and courage. It is these values which unite us all as we come together at the 11th hour. We will and must always remember the acts of the individuals who stood together at a time of crisis. Their actions teach us the value of unity and the bravery in belief.
"Today, around the world, many are serving in our name. Their dependents do so too here at home. We owe them each our gratitude and our admiration."
The nation's main sporting events will also include a moments silence, including England's international football friendly against Spain at Wembley on Saturday afternoon. The English players will be wearing poppies on black armbands during the match after an Fifa U-turn on emblems.
(DW)
At 11pm, the country marked the traditional silence at the precise moment the guns fell quiet on the western front at the end of World War I in November 1918.
The annual ceremony took place at the Cenotaph in London's Whitehall, while the Royal British Legion held a 'Silence in the Square' event in nearby Trafalgar Square.
Ed Miliband, Leader of the Labour Party and Jim Murphy MP Labour’s Shadow Defence Secretary, issued messages of remembrance and support for members of the armed forces, veterans and their families.
Ed Miliband said: "Today the nation will take two minutes to remember those who have lost their lives in service of this country, and all those who have served Britain. Recent years have seen a commitment by the nation to remember at 11am on the 11th of November, as well as on the Sunday following. It is absolutely right that we do.
"We honour the sacrifice and service of our brave armed forces and think of them, their families and friends.
"It is a time to remember there are still many young British men and women risking their lives abroad for the safety of those of us at home. It is something I saw myself in Afghanistan: extraordinary courage and bravery and total commitment to the mission."
Meanwhile, Jim Murphy said: "As we stand together in silence and solidarity with the fallen we have a chance to remember the sacrifices of our Forces as well as their contribution to our country. Their courage secured the liberty which we enjoy today, as well as the safety of many around the world.
"The values of Service are the values of Britain - patriotism, dignity and courage. It is these values which unite us all as we come together at the 11th hour. We will and must always remember the acts of the individuals who stood together at a time of crisis. Their actions teach us the value of unity and the bravery in belief.
"Today, around the world, many are serving in our name. Their dependents do so too here at home. We owe them each our gratitude and our admiration."
The nation's main sporting events will also include a moments silence, including England's international football friendly against Spain at Wembley on Saturday afternoon. The English players will be wearing poppies on black armbands during the match after an Fifa U-turn on emblems.
(DW)
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