Veterans, young people and the public turned out in their hundreds to pay their respects on Remembrance Sunday in St Albans.
A series of ceremonies took place across Hertfordshire today to pay respect for the fallen soldiers who lost their lives in conflicts.
The day of remembrance this year was extra special after Covid restrictions last year meant that traditional services were altered and disrupted.
Crowds were in their hundreds as people paid their respects
Royal British Legion members gathered with Cllr Edgar Hill, mayor of St Albans City and District, for the start of the parade near Marks & Spencer’s store in the city centre at 10.30am.
Representatives of air, sea and army cadets, the guiding and scout movements, the police and other uniformed services were present.
St Albans City and District Council Chief Exec Amanda Foley and Cllr Chris White
Dozens of wreaths were laid by members of the armed forces and notable figures
Cllr Hill said “This is our way of recognising the tremendous debt we owe to the men and women who sacrificed their lives in the defence of their country. We must always remember them.
"I would also ask people to give generously to this year’s Poppy Appeal to help the Royal British Legion carry out the fantastic welfare work it does for our Armed Forces families.”
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